Overview

• Vanrajsinh (Vanraj) Manjariya, 50, a control-room inspector in Ahmedabad, developed fever with hydrophobia and aerophobia and died after rapid deterioration.
• Relatives reported no recent bite, while local reports cited a minor nail scratch from his vaccinated German Shepherd about five days before symptoms, after which he did not seek care.
• Treating doctors said samples were sent to NIV Pune for confirmation, and despite one outlet claiming a positive test, authorities have not issued verified results.
• He was treated at KD Hospital near Vaishnodevi Circle, where his condition progressed to multiple organ failure and cardiac arrest, and staff restrained him during severe neurologic agitation.
• Health officials urged immediate wound cleansing and post-exposure prophylaxis after any animal scratch or bite, noting pet vaccination reduces but does not eliminate rabies risk.