More than fifty people, including children and the elderly, were injured after being bitten by a stray dog in Phulbari upazila of Dinajpur on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The attacks occurred between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. across several areas of Shibnagar Union, including Chakkobir, Palpara, Daspara, Rambhadrapur, Purbo Bajitpur, Dadpur Abashon, and Malipara. One elderly woman, 70-year-old Mohiful Begum, was seriously injured and transferred to Dinajpur Medical College Hospital for advanced treatment. Locals later killed the dog responsible for the attacks.

According to hospital sources, 51 people received treatment at the Phulbari Upazila Health Complex, including 34 from Chakkobir village. All victims were given anti-rabies vaccines and primary care. The hospital reported having 300 anti-rabies vaccines in stock and requested 200 more. Residents said the suspension of government dog control drives had increased stray dog incidents, urging authorities to take immediate action.

Medical Officer Nawroz Hasan confirmed adequate vaccine supplies and advised immediate washing of bite wounds with soapy water before seeking medical care. The assistant commissioner described the situation as alarming and said necessary measures would be taken after consulting livestock officials.