Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad, Irfan Nawaz Memon has said emergency measures are needed to combat dengue virus in the Capital. This was stated by him while chairing a weekly performance review meeting held here on Sunday and attended by all Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners. Anti-dengue campaign, following recent reports of dengue larvae in 53 locations and nine confirmed dengue cases in the city was main focus of the meeting. Officers concerned provided updates on their actions and the measures taken against business centers where dengue larvae were detected. The DC emphasized the need for urgent steps to combat dengue, particularly with the forecast of upcoming rains, which could lead to an increase in dengue cases.

Addressing the participants, the DC expressed concern about the potential rise in cases due to the rains. The DC directed that data on dengue cases should be collected from all hospitals and laboratories. He directed to strengthen the efforts, and the administrations of Rawalpindi and Islamabad would collaborate on countermeasures. An anti-dengue working group would be established to target the boundary areas of the twin cities, he added. Assistant Commissioners have been instructed to intensify anti-dengue operations in their respective areas, ensuring a comprehensive approach to control and prevent the spread of dengue.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan