Bharatpur: Chitwan's Khairahani municipality has launched a vital 'larva search and destroy' campaign to safeguard the local population from the mosquito-borne dengue disease. Taking the initiative seriously, the municipality initiated a door-to-door visit campaign to identify and eliminate mosquito larvae in potential breeding areas.

The campaign began on Sunday and witnessed active participation from Mayor Shahsi Kumar Khaniya, deputy mayor Kabita Uprety, other elected representatives, employees, health workers, and locals.

Mayor Khaniya expressed his commitment to continuing the campaign and urged residents to remain vigilant against possible dengue outbreaks. He also highlighted the importance of public awareness campaigns to eliminate the eggs of Aedes mosquitoes, which are responsible for dengue transmission. To effectively combat the dengue risk, the municipality's health section chief, Nirmal Ghimire, revealed that they have intensified public sensitization efforts by engaging with the community.

The campaign's focus is on tackling several areas within the municipality that are prone to mosquito breeding, primarily due to rapid urbanization contributing to the spread of mosquito-borne infections.

In a coordinated effort, Ratnanagar municipality has also encouraged its residents to adopt safety measures to protect themselves from mosquito bites. All ward residents have been urged to actively participate in the 'search and destroy' campaign, aiming to eliminate mosquito larvae responsible for dengue transmission.

The severity of the situation is evident as Chitwan reports 13 confirmed cases of dengue infection. Health office Chitwan conducted blood tests on 121 individuals, with 13 testing positive for dengue.

The 'larva search and destroy' campaign is a critical step taken by these municipalities to prevent further dengue outbreaks and ensure the well-being of their communities. By actively involving the public and raising awareness, they hope to effectively combat the mosquito-borne disease and its potential consequences.