Punjab: Dengue cases in Ludhiana rise to 361; health dept identifies 29 hotspot areas

PTC Web Desk:  Ludhiana district continues to witness a steady rise in dengue cases, with the total count reaching 361. As per the latest report issued by the office of the Civil Surgeon, Ludhiana, 15 new cases were recorded on Thursday. Currently, 35 cases remain active, while no dengue-related deaths have been reported so far.

On the other hand, only one case of chikungunya has been reported in the district, with no new infections detected in the latest update.

The health authorities have identified 29 dengue hotspot areas in Ludhiana. These are Gurdev Nagar, Model Town, SBS Nagar, Phase 2 Dugri, Phase 1 Dugri, Vishal Nagar, Karnail Singh Nagar, Ambedkar Nagar, Baba Deep Singh Nagar, Chandani Chowk, Jassian Road, Salem Tabri, Rahon Road, Guru Vihar, Issa Nagri, Prem Nagar, Bholla Colony, Jaspal Nagar, Agar Nagar, Barewal, Habibganj, Santokh Nagar, Preet Nagar, Gurunanak Dev Nagar, Atam Nagar, Chander Nagar, Mini Rose Garden, Vijay Nagar Dholewal and Rishi Nagar.

Civil Surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur has urged residents to remain alert and take preventive measures against mosquito breeding. She said dengue spreads through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, which breeds in clean stagnant water,  commonly found in coolers, flower pots, tyres, and open containers.

Under the ongoing campaign “Har Shukarvaar – Dengue Te Vaar”, citizens are encouraged to inspect their homes and surroundings every Friday to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.

Residents have been advised to keep their surroundings clean and dry. change stored water regularly, use mosquito repellents and nets and cover all water containers.

Free dengue testing and treatment are available at all government hospitals and health centres across Ludhiana. The Health Department has confirmed that all hospitals are on alert mode, with adequate stocks of medicines, testing kits, and platelets.