347 Dengue Cases Reported Till June 20; Health Minister Reviews Hospital Readiness and Preventive Measures
Ahead of the monsoon season, the Delhi Government has intensified its preparedness to combat dengue and other vector-borne diseases by strengthening surveillance, hospital readiness, diagnostic facilities, and mosquito control measures across the national capital.
During a high-level review meeting, Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh directed all concerned departments to ensure strict implementation of preventive measures against dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. He said the government has adopted a proactive strategy to minimise disease transmission during the peak monsoon period.
According to official data presented during the meeting, Delhi recorded 347 dengue cases, 87 malaria cases, and 19 chikungunya cases till June 20, 2026. Officials confirmed that no deaths due to dengue or malaria have been reported so far this year.
Sentinel Hospitals Activated for Real-Time Disease Surveillance
The Health Department informed the minister that a network of 35 sentinel surveillance hospitals has been activated to closely monitor vector-borne disease cases. Government and private hospitals, along with diagnostic laboratories, have been instructed to report all confirmed cases in real time through the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP).
A dedicated control room has also been established at the Directorate General of Health Services headquarters to coordinate response efforts and monitor the evolving disease situation across the city.
Massive Anti-Mosquito Drive Underway Across Delhi
Officials said civic agencies, including the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), and Delhi Cantonment Board, have significantly intensified anti-larval and vector-control activities.
As part of the citywide campaign, authorities have conducted more than 1.81 crore household and premises inspections to identify mosquito breeding sites. Additionally, over 1.97 lakh houses have been sprayed, nearly 38,500 notices have been issued, and more than 4,200 enforcement actions have been taken against mosquito-breeding violations.
Hospitals Directed to Maintain Mosquito-Free Campuses
The Health Minister instructed all hospitals to maintain mosquito-free premises, ensure prompt reporting of suspected and confirmed cases, and remain fully prepared for the upcoming transmission season.
He also said specialised training programmes are being organised for doctors, clinicians, and healthcare workers to strengthen the diagnosis and clinical management of dengue and other vector-borne diseases.
Public Participation Key to Dengue Prevention
Emphasising community involvement, Singh said dengue prevention cannot be achieved through government efforts alone.
He urged residents to eliminate stagnant water from coolers, flower pots, buckets, tyres, and other containers, observe a weekly “dry day” by cleaning and drying water storage containers, and seek immediate medical attention if they develop fever or symptoms suggestive of dengue.
The minister added that awareness campaigns are being conducted through schools, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), community organisations, and healthcare workers to encourage public participation in mosquito control and disease prevention efforts.
