Chandigarh, June 26 (Harbans Singh)
Mohali Mayor, Amarjeet Sidhu said that the Municipal Corporation will leave no stone unturned to reduce the dengue virus infection by 80 percent from last year. Mayor expressed concern on the alarming rise in dengue cases in Mohali, in just 45 days.
He urged residents to keep strict vigil on coolers, refrigerator trays, pots, empty tyres, boxes, and other items, where dengue larva may develop. He said that sensitising people about the symptoms, causes, precautions, and treatment of dengue is the only way to deal with this fatal virus. He added that we will also enhance spraying and mosquito fogging machines.
He said that due to the approaching monsoon, fear of diarrhoea and dengue remain at peak. He stated that he will ask DC Mohali to issue orders for stringent action against the residents who are not maintaining cleanliness at vacant plots. He said that like previous year the Municipal Corporation will lead a massive campaign to generate awareness regarding Vector Borne Diseases, especially Dengue and diarrhoea. Mayor stated that he would contribute from his personal funds for ensuring mass awareness at a large scale.
He said that more than urban areas, rural areas of Mohali need large scale awareness drives. He also informed that soon a toll-free number will be issued where residents can report areas fertile for larvae formation. He also advised to restrain from self medication in case fever persists for more than 3 days.
He added that the campaign would run under the name #DefeatDengueDiarrhoea, which shall also be promoted vastly on social media. He urged Mohali residents to join this cause with Municipal Corporation in order to eliminate Dengue & Diarrhoea from Mohali.
