Maharashtra: 6-Year-Old Girl Dies After Stray Dog Attack in Sangli

Maharashtra, Sangli (March 20, 2025): A six-year-old girl died on Tuesday after being attacked by a stray dog in Malinagar, Kadegaon. The victim, identified as Pranjali Rahul Mali, was bitten on the neck and throat.

According to reports, Pranjali’s father, Rahul Mali, lives with his family in Malinagar. On Friday afternoon, around 3:30 p.m., Pranjali left home with her elder sister to visit a friend’s house nearby. A stray dog attacked her from behind, biting her neck and throat. She collapsed on the ground.

Hearing her screams, her father, who was working in a nearby field, rushed to the spot. By the time he arrived, she was seriously injured. Family members immediately took her to Kadegaon Rural Hospital for treatment. She was later transferred to Krishna Hospital in Karad and then to Satara Civil Hospital for further care. Despite medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday afternoon.

Residents of Kadegaon have demanded action to control the stray dog menace. Kadegaon Nagar Panchayat has assured that immediate steps will be taken.

“This matter has been noted and necessary action will be taken immediately,” said Dr. Pawan Mhetre, Chief Officer of Kadegaon Nagar Panchayat.