Creating awareness on seasonal diseases in educational institutions and colonies, GHMC officials observed ‘Dry Day Friday’ across the city. Along with apprising the public of the implications of mosquito breeding grounds, they are educating them on precautions to be taken.
Zonal commissioners, local representatives, entomology and medical officers participated in these sessions at basti dawakhanas and schools. Special emphasis was laid on water stagnation in monsoon which could lead to diseases like dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and toxic fever.
“Every Friday should be observed as a dry day and remove useless mosquito habitats in the house, empty and clean the stored water in drums, fill the pit with soil to prevent water from stagnating, and ensure that mosquitoes do not breed or bite,” read a press statement released by the corporation.
Meanwhile, Commissioner Amrapali Kata also held a teleconference with officials of relevant departments and zonal commissioners to discuss immediate steps to be taken to control dengue.
In addition to monitoring the number of cases in the city, she asked for proposals to eliminate water stagnation points. Removal of garbage vulnerable points will also be accelerated, she added.
Moreover, GHMC is also making voluntary recruitment of students and good Samaritans to participate in this initiative.
“Calling ALL ” HEROES!!!” GHMC has started a volunteer program for students to create awareness in community regarding Dengue Fever and precautions Participants will be provided Certificates/Appreciation letters,” they wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
To apply, visit https://forms.gle/gJjaxgwAfuSnQ7Su7
