Two children mauled by stray dogs in Khanewal

Authorities launch culling after public outrage

KHANEWAL:

The growing attacks of stray dogs in Khanewal and surrounding areas has left residents alarmed after two children were severely injured in an incident, with one shifted to Multan in critical condition.

The incident occurred in Nanakpur village where two boys—eight-year-old Abdul Hannan and ten-year-old Shahzaib—were on their way to a grocery shop when a pack of stray dogs attacked them in the street, mauling them badly.

Both children were rushed to the District Headquarters Hospital Khanewal, where Shahzaib received stitches on his head and treatment for multiple injuries.

Due to the critical condition of Abdul Hannan, he was later referred to the Children's Hospital in Multan.

The incident sparked protests among local residents, prompting the district administration to take immediate action.Dog culling teams were dispatched to the area to control the stray dog population.

Residents, however, alleged that despite official claims, effective measures have not been implemented across the district, and children continue to fall victim to dog attacks on a daily basis.

Just a day earlier, a four-year-old boy was also seriously injured in a similar incident in Jahanian.

Citizens have urged authorities to take sustained and practical steps to eliminate the threat and ensure public safety.