Srinagar, April 25 -- They said the prevalence of dogs across the valley has contributed to human-dog conflicts, leading to a rise in cases of dog bites in the region.

An official from the Anti-Rabies Clinic SMHS said that from April 01, 2023, to March 31, 2024, a total of 8,652 bite cases were recorded, with the majority originating from Srinagar.

This figure of 8,652 cases marks the highest recorded in the past decade, underscoring the urgent need to address the issue immediately, he said.

Providing a breakdown, the official said that 377 cases were reported in April 2023, 710 in May, 847 in June, 751 in July, 733 in August, 790 in September, 737 in October, 640 in November, 642 in December, 650 in January 2024, 668 in February, and ...