Naidunia Representative, Vidisha/Ganjabasoda: A morning routine turned into a nightmare for a 12-year-old boy, Viran Vishwakarma, who was attacked by stray dogs near the new agricultural produce market in Madhya Pradesh's Vidisha. The young boy suffered serious head injuries before locals could intervene and rescue him. Soon after the incident, he was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.
How The Incident Occurred?
According to a report by Naidunia, the boy lives with his family near the new market. He had gone to the nearby mines to relieve himself when he was suddenly targeted by four stray dogs roaming the area.
Eyewitnesses told Naidunia that the dogs chased the boy, causing him to panic and run. During the chase, one of the dogs bit him on the head, causing a serious injury. Locals quickly intervened, alerted his family, and transported the boy to a nearby government hospital.
Father Blames Lack Of Toilet, Panchayat Inaction
Balram Vishwakarma, the father of the 12-year-old boy, stated that their home does not have a toilet. He noted that he has filed complaints with the Rabarayai village panchayat multiple times for a toilet, but no action has been taken so far.
Due to the lack of toilets at homes, local children are forced to go to the nearby mines in the morning, which is what led to the boy being targeted in this incident.
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Locals Call For Action
Several local residents stated that a pack of more than half a dozen stray dogs frequently roams the main road leading to the new agricultural produce market at night. These dogs chase passing two-wheelers and four-wheelers, which has already caused several road accidents in the area.
Following the recent attack on the young boy, locals are urging authorities to step in immediately, demanding that the dogs be captured and relocated to ensure public safety.
(With Inputs From Naidunia)