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ISLAMABAD, Oct 24 (APP):The Islamabad district administration has intensified field operations to curb the spread of dengue, releasing its latest surveillance report that highlights extensive control measures across the city.
According to the report, a total of 31 new dengue cases were recorded in the last 24 hours — 16 from rural areas and 15 from urban sectors. Currently, 61 patients are under treatment at different hospitals in the federal capital.
To control the mosquito-borne virus, the administration carried out fogging at 2,006 locations and completed inspections at 41,709 sites across the district. Field teams identified positive dengue larvae at 402 places and negative larvae at three sites, leading to immediate remedial actions.
As part of preventive measures, spraying was conducted in 1,009 houses where dengue larvae or potential breeding sources were detected. The administration also took action against several individuals and sealed various premises found violating dengue standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Officials said that efforts are being made to make Islamabad a dengue-free city, with special focus on high-risk zones where both fogging and monitoring activities have been increased.
The district administration reiterated that no negligence or carelessness would be tolerated during the anti-dengue campaign. It urged residents to cooperate with field teams, keep their surroundings clean, and eliminate stagnant water to help control mosquito breeding.
Authorities noted that the surveillance campaign is being conducted under a coordinated strategy involving multiple departments. Teams are conducting door-to-door inspections, checking water storage areas, and ensuring proper sanitation measures in public and private premises.
The administration’s spokesperson said that despite seasonal fluctuations, dengue control remains a top priority, with daily reviews and updates shared with the health department and other relevant agencies.
The report emphasized that public cooperation is crucial for the success of the campaign. Citizens have been advised to use mosquito repellents, wear full-sleeved clothing, and report any suspected dengue symptoms to nearby health centers promptly.
District officers confirmed that all union councils have been directed to intensify preventive measures, especially in areas identified as hotspots through recent surveillance data.
The anti-dengue drive will continue round the clock with special focus on residential colonies, under-construction sites, schools, and commercial zones, where breeding chances are relatively high.
The administration said it aims to sustain these efforts until the city records a consistent decline in new cases, ensuring that Islamabad remains safe from further outbreaks.