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Dengue kills 29-year-old Rajesh Bunkar in Satna; his pregnant wife in critical condition
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 10:15 PM
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A 29‑year‑old man, Rajesh Bunkar, died in Satna after his platelet count fell to 27,000 following a dengue infection. His wife, who is seven months pregnant, has also tested positive for dengue and is in shock.
Rajesh Bunkar, a 29‑year‑old resident, returned to Satna from Pune when he began showing symptoms of dengue fever. Medical tests confirmed the infection and his platelet count rapidly declined to 27,000, a critical level that led to his death.
Health officials in Satna reported that his wife, who is seven months pregnant, has also tested positive for dengue. She is currently receiving treatment but remains in a state of shock due to the dual burden of illness and her husband's demise.
The incident highlights the ongoing dengue threat in Madhya Pradesh, prompting local health authorities to urge residents to take preventive measures and seek early medical attention if symptoms appear.
Health officials in Satna reported that his wife, who is seven months pregnant, has also tested positive for dengue. She is currently receiving treatment but remains in a state of shock due to the dual burden of illness and her husband's demise.
The incident highlights the ongoing dengue threat in Madhya Pradesh, prompting local health authorities to urge residents to take preventive measures and seek early medical attention if symptoms appear.