No negligence in anti-dengue drive to be tolerated: DC

RAWALPINDI, Jun 30 (APP): Deputy Commissioner Dr Hassan Waqar Cheema on Tuesday directed all departments to remain fully active in the field, warning that no negligence would be tolerated in the ongoing anti-dengue campaign.

He was chairing a meeting of the District Emergency and Response Committee for dengue prevention held at the Deputy Commissioner Office, which was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Shehryar Shirazi, Additional Deputy Commissioner (HQ) Abdul Rehman Khan, health officials and representatives of other departments.

The meeting reviewed the current dengue situation across the district, including surveillance, larva eradication, indoor and outdoor activities, cleanliness measures, hotspot monitoring and departmental performance.

The deputy commissioner instructed departments to further accelerate field activities and ensure continuous monitoring of sensitive areas.

He directed that regular inspections of high-risk locations such as graveyards, junkyards, tyre shops, construction sites, parks and nurseries be ensured, with immediate action taken wherever dengue larvae are detected.

Dr Cheema said that the risk of dengue spread increases during the monsoon season, urging all institutions to remain alert and perform their duties diligently.

He emphasized the need for daily monitoring of field activities, timely data reporting and improved coordination among departments to effectively control potential threats.

The deputy commissioner said public cooperation was essential for success against dengue and urged citizens to prevent water accumulation in homes, rooftops and surroundings, maintain cleanliness and adopt precautionary measures.

He added that the district administration was utilising all available resources to protect lives and property and make the anti-dengue campaign more effective.