Archive · 22 May 2025
Mosquito Control Complaints Mount in Old Washermenpet
Imagine tiny bugs called mosquitoes are causing problems in a place called Old Washermenpet.
People are getting sick.
The people in charge aren't doing a good job of getting rid of the mosquitoes.
They are not spraying the area to kill the mosquitoes, and they are charging money for it.
Even worse, they hired a blind person to spray and it is unsafe for him.
The people are not happy, especially since the officials don't seem to know about the situation.
The people want the mosquitoes gone so they do not get sick.
Residents of Old Washermenpet are criticizing the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) for inadequate mosquito control.
The GCC is allegedly charging residents for mosquito control services.
A visually impaired person was assigned to spray for mosquitoes in unsafe conditions.
A dengue case was reported in the area.
Local officials claim they were unaware of the issues, action is promised.
- Who
- Residents of Old Washermenpet and the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC).
- What
- Residents of Old Washermenpet are complaining about ineffective and paid mosquito control measures by the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC).
- When
- Complaints are ongoing, with residents reporting issues for several months.
- Where
- Old Washermenpet, Chennai.
- Why
- Residents are unhappy with the mosquito control measures due to a spike in fever cases, alleged corruption, and unsafe practices.
- Location
- Old Washermenpet, Chennai
- Complaint
- Ineffective mosquito control
- GCC Action
- Allegedly charging for services and using an unsafe approach
- Specific Issue
- Hiring a visually impaired person for spraying
- Reported Issue
- Dengue case reported in the area
- Charges
- 50 to 100 per house