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Dengue larvae discovered in 34 houses across Ludhiana, Punjab
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:01 PM
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Health officials in Ludhiana reported finding dengue mosquito larvae in 34 residential premises, prompting intensified vector‑control measures.
The health department of the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation announced that dengue mosquito larvae have been detected in 34 houses across the city. The discovery was made during routine vector‑surveillance inspections carried out this week.
Officials warned that the presence of larvae indicates a heightened risk of dengue transmission, especially as the monsoon season creates favorable breeding conditions. The department has therefore stepped up its preventive strategy to curb any potential outbreak.
Immediate actions include targeted fogging, application of larvicidal chemicals in affected premises, and door‑to‑door awareness campaigns urging residents to eliminate stagnant water sources. The health team also urged the public to report any further sightings of mosquito breeding sites.
Ludhiana has recorded a rise in dengue cases over the past few months, prompting state health authorities to monitor the situation closely and coordinate with local bodies for rapid response.
Officials warned that the presence of larvae indicates a heightened risk of dengue transmission, especially as the monsoon season creates favorable breeding conditions. The department has therefore stepped up its preventive strategy to curb any potential outbreak.
Immediate actions include targeted fogging, application of larvicidal chemicals in affected premises, and door‑to‑door awareness campaigns urging residents to eliminate stagnant water sources. The health team also urged the public to report any further sightings of mosquito breeding sites.
Ludhiana has recorded a rise in dengue cases over the past few months, prompting state health authorities to monitor the situation closely and coordinate with local bodies for rapid response.