To strengthen public health efforts against vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya, the Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has intensified early mosquito control measures.
At a high-level meeting at the Delhi Secretariat, the Chief Minister directed senior officials to initiate fogging operations ahead of the scheduled time to ensure the early containment of mosquito-borne diseases.
Gupta emphasized the importance of awareness, surveillance, and coordinated action over the next two months and instructed officials from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Delhi Jal Board (DJB), and the Health Department to begin preparations immediately.
“While there is currently no outbreak, Delhi must remain alert and act swiftly,” said Gupta.
According to official documents, the Chief Minister called for a comprehensive approach that includes active public participation. To this end, she stressed the need for awareness campaigns using all available media platforms.
Highlighting the importance of community involvement, CM Gupta stated that residents should be issued two clear warnings before any challan (fine) is imposed, allowing them the opportunity to take preventive measures themselves.
Officials informed the CM that fogging typically begins in September; however, she directed them to advance the schedule to reassure the public that the government is proactively tackling dengue and related diseases.
She further instructed that there must be no shortage of medicines or equipment, and any issues should be reported directly to her office. “Protecting citizens from these diseases is our government’s priority,” she asserted.
After the meeting, Gupta shared that fogging and anti-mosquito spraying had already been conducted in 5,09,524 homes, while mosquito larvae were found and destroyed in 71,086 homes.
As part of biological control efforts, larvivorous fish have been released at 279 locations across Delhi to naturally eliminate mosquito larvae. These actions, she said, are critical to breaking the chain of infection.