'Mistook puppy bite for minor injury, skipped vaccine': UP kabaddi succumbs to rabies; died en route to faith healer
TNN / Jul 01, 2025, 23:25 (IST)
brijesh solanki, a state-level kabaddi player, tragically died of suspected rabies in Bulandshahr after a minor bite from a rescued stray puppy. He didn't receive the anti-rabies vaccine, mistaking initial symptoms for a sports injury. Despite seeking treatment, his condition deteriorated rapidly, highlighting the critical need for immediate medical attention after animal bites and public awareness.