Tragedy Strikes: Five-Year-Old Girl Succumbs to Stray Dog Attack

A tragic incident in Dhaneipur as a five-year-old girl, Muskan, was killed by a pack of stray dogs. Despite efforts to rescue her, she succumbed to her injuries. Officials have promised action, following concerns about the stray dog menace in the area.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Gonda | Updated: 14-02-2026 18:54 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 18:54 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Five-Year-Old Girl Succumbs to Stray Dog Attack
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In a tragic incident, a five-year-old girl was killed by a pack of stray dogs in Dhaneipur. The attack occurred early Saturday morning near a primary school, just 200 meters from the victim's home. Police identified the victim as Muskan, the daughter of Bishun Lal.

Muskan was accompanied by her elder sister and two other children when the dogs attacked. While the others managed to escape, Muskan suffered severe injuries. Local residents intervened after hearing the children's cries, causing the dogs to flee.

Muskan was rushed to a Community Health Centre and subsequently to a medical college, where she was declared dead. Local officials have promised action to address the stray dog problem. The tragic event has raised serious concerns about public safety in the area.

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