Nagpur: Stray Dogs Terrorize Medical Ward, Citizens Slam Administration’s Negligence

The growing menace of stray dogs in Nagpur’s Medical Ward has sparked widespread fear and anger among citizens, patients, and healthcare workers. Despite repeated complaints, the local administration has allegedly failed to take any concrete action, raising serious concerns about public safety.

Residents report that stray dogs have overrun Medical Ward Nos. 30, 50, and 51, creating an atmosphere of panic in and around the hospital premises. With patients and their relatives constantly moving in and out, the sight of large groups of dogs loitering near the entrances and corridors has heightened fears of attacks.

“A formal complaint was submitted to the civic authorities on June 10, but there has been no response or visible effort to relocate or manage the strays,” said a hospital staff member. Shockingly, instead of seeing improvement, the number of dog bite cases being treated at the facility has increased, leading to more patients receiving anti-rabies vaccinations.

The issue is not new. In a tragic incident in 2006, a child was reportedly dragged from a mother’s lap and fatally mauled by stray dogs. More recently, there have been disturbing reports of attacks on doctors and hospital staff. These alarming developments have only intensified the demand for immediate intervention.

Despite the severity of the situation, the municipal administration’s inaction continues. Local citizens and hospital staff are now voicing their frustration over the lack of control and response.

“This is not just a nuisance anymore — it’s a matter of public safety. We are dealing with patients here, not only physically unwell but mentally stressed too. This fear of dog attacks adds to their trauma,” said one of the senior doctors.

Residents have urged the Nagpur Municipal Corporation to prioritize this issue and take swift action to remove the stray dogs from sensitive areas like hospitals. Until then, the community remains on edge.