Measures stepped up to combat dengue, seasonal diseases

In response to the Chief Minister’s directives, Principal Secretary of the MA&UD Department, Danakishore, has instructed officials to implement precautionary measures to protect the residents of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) from seasonal diseases and dengue fever. During a review meeting held on Monday at Dr BR Ambedkar Secretariat, Danakishore discussed strategies with GHMC Commissioner Amrapali, Additional Commissioners, Zonal Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and Health Department officials.
Danakishore emphasised the need to prevent mosquito-borne diseases by conducting anti-larvae operations and spraying local ponds, lakes and nalas. He also stressed the importance of conducting awareness camps on dengue fever and other seasonal diseases, with the support of local public representatives. A volunteer system will be established in each colony to facilitate these efforts.
Deputy Commissioners and assistant medical officers have been instructed to visit the 268 basti dawakhanas daily to collect data on dengue cases and take appropriate preventive measures. Additionally, awareness programmes involving students from various public and private educational institutions within GHMC limits will be organised to further educate the community.
Danakishore highlighted the importance of strengthening field-level monitoring. He noted that only 148 dengue cases have been registered up to the end of June this year, a significant decrease compared to last year. This reduction is attributed to the efforts made by municipal authorities and medical teams last year. The Principal Secretary stressed the need for continued focus and vigilance this year to maintain and improve these results.