Guwahati, July 22 -- Written by - Manoj Kumar Ojha

Dumduma Town: Tinsukia district, nestled in the upper reaches of Assam, is facing a grim public health crisis as Japanese Encephalitis (JE), a deadly mosquito-borne viral disease, continues to claim lives and strain the region's healthcare system.

Officials have confirmed nine JE cases across the district, with two fatalities reported, including a minor who succumbed on Sunday. The remaining seven patients are currently battling for survival at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, which serves as a key referral center for critical cases in the state.

As the district administration races to contain the outbreak, this alarming surge highlights Assam's long-standing str...