The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced Monday that dengue has affected 49,573 people across India through August, with 42 fatalities from the mosquito-transmitted illness. Delhi recorded 964 infections by August 31, showing a decrease from 1,215 cases during the same period last year. Neighboring regions reported varying case numbers, with Uttar Pradesh documenting 1,646 infections, Haryana registering 298, and Rajasthan confirming 1,181. The 2024 statistics revealed 233,519 total dengue cases nationwide alongside 297 deaths. Health Minister JP Nadda emphasized the need for continued vigilance despite the current low transmission rates.
Nadda convened officials to examine epidemic preparedness across municipal authorities, healthcare facilities, and state governments during extended monsoon conditions. The minister emphasized the need for intensified mosquito control measures and enhanced hospital readiness protocols. The government's implementation of the National Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Dengue follows an eight-component framework that addresses surveillance, treatment, vector management, outbreak response, training, public communication, coordination, and oversight. Federal authorities have distributed guidance documents, conducted management training sessions, provided diagnostic services, launched awareness campaigns, and allocated National Health Mission funding.
Nadda convened officials to examine epidemic preparedness across municipal authorities, healthcare facilities, and state governments during extended monsoon conditions. The minister emphasized the need for intensified mosquito control measures and enhanced hospital readiness protocols. The government's implementation of the National Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Dengue follows an eight-component framework that addresses surveillance, treatment, vector management, outbreak response, training, public communication, coordination, and oversight. Federal authorities have distributed guidance documents, conducted management training sessions, provided diagnostic services, launched awareness campaigns, and allocated National Health Mission funding.
