A distressing incident in the Mainpur village of Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, involved a 9-year-old schoolgirl, Anya Netam, who was attacked by a group of stray dogs. The attack caused serious injuries, requiring immediate medical attention. Anya was taken to the district hospital where doctors treated her and gave her 15 stitches to close the wounds. Concerned about her condition, doctors decided to refer her to the Mekahara Hospital in Raipur for advanced medical care. This event highlights the risks associated with the increasing stray dog population in the area.
The attack happened while Anya was playing outside after school. A pack of stray dogs encircled her and launched a vicious assault. She sustained bite wounds to her head, hands, and legs. The villagers, hearing the commotion, intervened and rescued the girl. She was initially taken to the government hospital in Nagri. As her condition did not improve, she was transferred to the district hospital in Dhamtari. Ultimately, the medical team decided the best course of action was to send her to the Mekahara Hospital in Raipur. The medical staff noted the severity of her injuries and expressed their concern.