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Khulna, April 21, 2026 (BSS) – One more child died with measles-like symptoms in Khulna today, raising the death toll to 11 across 10 districts of the division.

The deceased, identified as three-month-old Sadi, died at the measles isolation centre of Khulna Medical College Hospital.

Health officials said a total of 2,034 children have so far received treatment with measles symptoms in the Khulna division. 

Of them, 1,678 are currently undergoing treatment at different hospitals, while 1,366 have recovered and returned home.

Director of Khulna Medical College Hospital Dr Kazi Ainul Islam confirmed the matter.

Hospital sources said Sadi, son of Asad Sheikh from Sadar union of Dighalia upazila, was admitted to the hospital’s measles isolation centre on April 19 with measles symptoms.

He died around 12 noon today while undergoing treatment.

Dr Islam said the infant was very young and was suffering from cold-related complications along with measles symptoms.

“Despite providing necessary treatment, the child could not be saved due to low immunity,” he added.

He also said that 18 children are currently receiving treatment at the hospital’s isolation centre.