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Dengue Outbreak in Ludhiana: Larvae Detected in 45 Homes
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 06:03 PM
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Health officials in Ludhiana have discovered dengue mosquito larvae in 45 households, prompting urgent vector control measures.
Health authorities in Ludhiana reported that dengue mosquito larvae were found in 45 residential houses across the city, indicating a potential rise in dengue transmission.
The detection came after routine inspections by the municipal health department, which identified stagnant water sources harboring the larvae.
In response, the city’s vector control team has begun targeted fumigation and community awareness drives to eliminate breeding sites.
Residents are advised to eliminate standing water, use mosquito repellents, and seek medical attention if they develop fever and joint pain.
The detection came after routine inspections by the municipal health department, which identified stagnant water sources harboring the larvae.
In response, the city’s vector control team has begun targeted fumigation and community awareness drives to eliminate breeding sites.
Residents are advised to eliminate standing water, use mosquito repellents, and seek medical attention if they develop fever and joint pain.