Abstract:
In Bangladesh, dengue epidemics have emerged as an urgent matter, inflicting substantial
detriment and deprivation upon both communities and individuals. To address the consequences
of such epidemics, it is essential to determine compensation for the victims in accordance with the
principle of tortious liability. The objective of this abstract is to provide insight into the utilization
of tort law as it pertains to dengue epidemics in Bangladesh. The legal principle of tortious liability
establishes the responsibility of individuals or entities for any damage or injury caused to others
as a result of their actions or negligence. This principle may be utilized to ascertain liability and
subsequently compensate victims affected by dengue outbreaks. The primary accountability for
managing dengue outbreaks in Bangladesh resides with healthcare institutions and local
government authorities. However, in the event that they neglect to implement essential preventive
measures or react insufficiently to such outbreaks, they may incur liability in accordance with the
tortious liability principle. In order to obtain compensation, one may initiate civil litigation against
the liable parties. In addition to pain and suffering, medical expenses, and loss of income, victims
of dengue infestations may be entitled to compensation for other damages. The victims bear the
burden of proof, which requires them to demonstrate that the responsible parties' negligence or
unlawful actions caused the outbreak. It is critical that the Bangladeshi legal system recognize the
significance of compensating dengue outbreak victims. By ensuring that those who neglect their
obligations are held responsible, the tortuous liability principle can be a useful instrument in
obtaining redress for the victims and justice.
