India, Oct. 3 -- Dog catchers were called inside the JLN Stadium in New Delhi on Friday after Japanese coach Meiko Okumatsu and Kenyan coach Dennis Maragia were bitten by a stray dog, while conducting training at the practice track. The coaches were there due to the World Para Athletics C'ships. This comes after the recent debate regarding the growing dog menace in the national capital.

Both coaches received immediate on-spot medical help at the athlete's medical room. They were taken to Safdurjung Hospital, where they also received treatment. After their treatment, they were taken to their respective hotels.

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