India • Jul 02, 2025

Surge in Japanese encephalitis cases in Assam

Assam is dealing with a worrying rise in Japanese Encephalitis (JE), with 44 people affected and 10 lives lost so far this year.
Dr. Achyut Chandra Baishya from Guwahati Medical College shared that cases have jumped since June.
JE spreads through Culex mosquitoes and can cause serious brain issues.

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Assam has lost over 840 people to JE since 2015

Kamrup district tops the list with 14 cases, while Nalbari and Darrang follow close behind. Guwahati city has also seen a few cases.
Looking at the bigger picture, Assam has lost over 840 people to JE since 2015, highlighting just how important public health efforts are in stopping the spread of this disease.