Medical experts said symptoms such as widespread itching, swelling of the face or throat, dizziness, vomiting, wheezing and difficulty in breathing after a bee sting could signal a severe allergic reaction and require urgent medical attention
Pandurang Ramchandra Sawant was walking towards his farm on Nov 4 when he was suddenly attacked by a swarm of honeybees behind his house. In Feb 2026, Vikas Kashinath Ghugare (29) from Kasba Nul village in Gadhinglaj taluka also died following a honeybee attack. In Nov 2025, 78-year-old Basappa Annapa Kumthe from Bubnal village in Shirol taluka lost his life in a similar incident.
After suffering multiple stings and feeling unwell, he was taken to CPR Hospital by family members. He succumbed during treatment on Thursday night.
Because of allergic reactions, depending on the person’s sensitivity and the number of stings, zilla parishad district health officer Dr Aniruddh Pimpale said, “Delayed treatment following a honeybee attack can lead to death. Therefore, anyone stung by honeybees should immediately seek medical attention at the nearest rural hospital, primary health centre or taluka or district hospital. Early administration of anti-allergic treatment is essential.
Kolhapur : A 72-year-old farmer from Sondoli village in Shahuwadi taluka died while undergoing treatment at CPR Hospital after a honeybee attack, marking the second such death in this western Maharashtra district within three weeks.