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West Bengal Allocates ₹1.2 Crore to Fight Dengue
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 03:37 AM
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The West Bengal government has earmarked ₹1.2 crore to strengthen its dengue control efforts amid rising cases.
The West Bengal government has announced a budget allocation of ₹1.2 crore to bolster its fight against dengue fever.
The funds are intended to support the state’s ongoing public health initiatives aimed at reducing the spread of the disease.
Health officials say the money will help strengthen surveillance, increase community awareness, and enhance vector control measures across affected districts.
The decision comes as the state reports a surge in dengue cases during the monsoon season.
Authorities urge residents to take preventive steps and seek early treatment if symptoms appear.
The funds are intended to support the state’s ongoing public health initiatives aimed at reducing the spread of the disease.
Health officials say the money will help strengthen surveillance, increase community awareness, and enhance vector control measures across affected districts.
The decision comes as the state reports a surge in dengue cases during the monsoon season.
Authorities urge residents to take preventive steps and seek early treatment if symptoms appear.