The Health and Family Welfare Department has been making efforts to bring awareness among the public about the dangers that dengue may bring to people in the district.

According to data provided by the department, as many as 137 cases were detected in 2024 in the district, while there have been 13 cases from January 2025 to date.

The general public should join hands with the Health Department to prevent the possible spread of dengue disease by ensuring cleanliness in and around their houses,” District Health Officer (DHO) Mahesh Biradar said during a drive recently.

Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus which is spread through the bites of infected Aedes mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

“The infected person may have symptoms, including high fever, headache, rashes and muscle and joint pain. It may also cause nausea and vomiting. It may become serious if the patient isn’t taken for treatment immediately after testing,” Mr. Biradar alerted.

District Vector Borne Disease Control Officer Mubassir Ahmed Sajid said that National Dengue Day was celebrated on May 16. To mark the celebration, the drive was conducted. “We will seek cooperation from the general public to prevent the disease effectively,” he added.