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Health
Delhi records 98 dengue cases in first week of October, total climbs to 695
✍️ India Today
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 05:02 PM
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The Delhi health department reported 98 new dengue infections in the first week of October, raising the city's cumulative count to 695 since the start of the outbreak.
Delhi's health authorities confirmed that 98 additional dengue cases were recorded between October 1 and 7, bringing the city's overall tally to 695 since the disease re‑emerged earlier this year. The figure reflects a steady rise in reported infections as the monsoon‑driven mosquito season continues.
The latest numbers follow a gradual increase observed over the past weeks, with the total crossing the 600‑case mark for the first time in October. Health officials attribute the surge to stagnant water in several neighbourhoods and delayed vector‑control actions.
City officials have urged residents to eliminate breeding sites, use approved insect repellents, and seek immediate medical attention if fever, joint pain or rash appear. The municipal corporation has deployed additional fogging teams and is coordinating with the state government to intensify surveillance across high‑risk zones.
The latest numbers follow a gradual increase observed over the past weeks, with the total crossing the 600‑case mark for the first time in October. Health officials attribute the surge to stagnant water in several neighbourhoods and delayed vector‑control actions.
City officials have urged residents to eliminate breeding sites, use approved insect repellents, and seek immediate medical attention if fever, joint pain or rash appear. The municipal corporation has deployed additional fogging teams and is coordinating with the state government to intensify surveillance across high‑risk zones.