Gandhinagar, September 29 (Daily Kiran) : The Gujarat government has intensified its monitoring of vector-borne diseases following a review of the state’s malaria, dengue, and chikungunya situations. Health Minister Prabhul Panseriya announced that there has been a notable decline in cases compared to the previous year.
According to the health department, malaria cases in 2026 have decreased by 22% from last year, while dengue cases have plummeted by 39.6%.
During a review meeting chaired by Panseriya, officials assessed disease surveillance and testing activities across all districts and municipal areas. The minister highlighted the operation of testing centers in 42 hospitals linked to medical colleges, focusing on rapid dengue testing and serum sample analysis.
“Over 135,000 serum samples from suspected dengue cases have been tested at these centers, with 2,099 returning positive,” the minister stated.
The meeting also evaluated ongoing door-to-door surveillance campaigns aimed at preventing vector-borne diseases. Panseriya instructed officials to enhance these efforts, ensuring that potential mosquito breeding sites are identified and eradicated.
He directed Rajiv Topno, the additional chief secretary of the health department, to convene meetings with all collectors, district development officers, and municipal commissioners to accelerate measures against dengue mosquitoes in both urban and rural areas.
Furthermore, the minister reviewed the availability of testing and treatment facilities for fever and dengue at community health centers and primary health centers. He also checked the stock of medicines and testing kits, urging officials to promptly address any shortages at health centers. “The situation regarding malaria and dengue in Gujarat is under control. Citizens should not panic due to rumors,” he reassured.
Panseriya urged the public to maintain cleanliness around their homes and take necessary precautions to avoid mosquito-borne diseases. This review meeting comes at a time when the health department continues its surveillance and preventive measures statewide, emphasizing early testing, adequate supplies in primary health facilities, and the elimination of mosquito breeding sites.
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