The city of Indore is witnessing a sharp increase in dengue cases, with 16 new people, including three females, testing positive for the virus in the past 24 hours, according to health officials. This brings the total number of dengue cases in the district to 314 from January to September 4.
District Civil Surgeon GL Sodhi confirmed the figures, stating that out of the total cases, 190 are males and 124 females. Currently, there are 24 active dengue cases in the district. Tragically, a 16-year-old boy who tested positive for dengue also passed away during this period, with cardiac arrest being cited as a contributing factor.
In addition to dengue, seven cases of malaria have also been reported in the district.
Dr. Sodhi highlighted that dengue is spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which breed in clean, stagnant water typically found inside homes. “People should ensure that any stored water is emptied at least once every seven days to prevent mosquito breeding. Stagnant water in flower pots and other containers can also become breeding grounds, so it is advised to clean them regularly or add a small amount of oil to the water,” he explained.
Regarding the health department’s response, Dr. Sodhi said, “When positive cases are reported, a larvae survey is conducted in the affected areas, and necessary actions are taken based on the survey results to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.”
Indore’s rising dengue cases have raised concerns, and residents are urged to take preventive measures to control the spread of the disease.