Archive · 24 Jul 2025
KMC Warns of Potential Dengue Rise, Urges Public Caution
The weather in Kolkata is perfect for mosquitoes that carry dengue.
Because of this, officials want people to be careful.
If you have a fever, get a blood test to make sure you don't have dengue.
The city is also asking people to clean up places where water can collect, like flower vases and old tires.
The city is checking for mosquito breeding grounds and giving free tests and medicine to those who need it.
The goal is to help people stay safe from dengue.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) urges caution due to ideal weather for dengue-bearing mosquitoes.
People with fever are advised to get blood tests to check for dengue.
KMC advises cleaning water containers, flower vases, and removing stagnant water sources.
Civic authorities are intensifying inspections and have issued notices to address mosquito breeding.
KMC provides free blood collection, testing, and medicines for dengue and malaria.
- Who
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation and the residents of Kolkata.
- What
- KMC is urging caution and preventive measures against dengue.
- When
- Currently, due to the hot and humid weather.
- Where
- Kolkata.
- Why
- To prevent a rise in dengue cases.
- Organization
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC)
- Action
- Urging caution, intensifying inspections
- Target
- Preventing dengue spread
- Advice
- Get blood tests for fever, clean water containers
- Facilities
- Free blood collection and testing
- Location of facilities
- 144 urban primary health centres (UPHC)