Concerns Raised Over Nipah Virus Handling Ahead of 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
kathmandu / Questions have emerged regarding India’s handling of a reported Nipah virus outbreak, with critics alleging that the scale of infections has been understated at a time when the country is preparing to host major international sporting events, including the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Indian authorities have officially acknowledged two Nipah cases in West Bengal since December 2025. However, independent reports and health-sector sources claim that at least five infections linked to hospital-based transmission have been identified in Kolkata, including cases involving healthcare workers exposed through nosocomial clusters. Public health experts note that Nipah virus carries a high fatality rate, estimated between 40 and 75 percent, raising concerns over transparency and risk...








