DC orders fines for larvae-infested homes; 60 cases reported, awareness campaign launched
Jamshedpur’s District Magistrate issues directive for intensified dengue control, including fines for homes with mosquito larvae.
JAMSHEDPUR – District Magistrate Ananya Mittal orders stricter dengue control measures, including fines and inspections across Jamshedpur.
Ananya Mittal, the District Magistrate-cum-Deputy Commissioner, has called for heightened vigilance against dengue in Jamshedpur.
The directive comes as the district grapples with 60 reported cases, including 42 in East Singhbhum.
At a crucial meeting in the Collectorate auditorium, Mittal emphasized the need for sustained action throughout September.
She instructed municipal bodies, Jusco, and the Dengue Task Force to continue household inspections and impose fines for negligence.
"Effective control of dengue is not just a short-term effort; it is crucial even in September," Mittal stated, highlighting the importance of public participation.
The ongoing larva inspection campaign has covered 2,26,061 houses, with 9,617 found infected.
Fines totaling over ₹50,000 have been collected, demonstrating the administration’s commitment to prevention.
Mittal called for an extensive awareness campaign across all municipal bodies and blocks.
She directed the use of garbage collection vehicles for public announcements and miking in local communities.
Hospitals have been instructed to prepare adequate beds and dedicated teams for swift treatment of dengue patients.
Currently, three dengue patients are in the district’s ICU, with their condition reported as stable.
Mittal appealed to the youth and general public to actively participate in prevention efforts.
"Dengue prevention is a collective responsibility," she emphasized, urging community cooperation to control its spread.
The District Magistrate advised residents to prevent water collection in old tires, utensils, and flower vases, and to use mosquito nets while sleeping.
Medical officers have been tasked with regular inspections of dengue-prone areas to protect public health.
