Punjab News: Health Minister Leads Surprise House-to-House Dengue Check in Ludhiana

In a surprise and proactive move, Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Friday conducted a door-to-door inspection of Street Number 1 in New Kailash Nagar, Ludhiana, under the ongoing ‘Har Shukarwar Dengue Te Vaar’ campaign. The campaign aims to curb the spread of dengue by aggressively targeting breeding grounds of the aedes aegypti mosquito.

Larvae Found in Daily Use Items

Accompanied by Civil Surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur and health teams, the minister inspected homes and identified dengue larvae in common household items like coolers, water tanks, flower pots, fridge trays, and uncovered water containers. He personally interacted with residents, emphasizing the critical importance of drying and cleaning these items regularly to halt mosquito breeding.

“These spots become silent killers in the form of breeding hubs for mosquitoes,” Singh warned, urging people to take simple but consistent steps to protect their families. He also advised wearing full-sleeved clothing during the day, as the dengue-carrying mosquito is known to bite in daylight hours.

20,000 ASHA Workers Mobilised Every Friday

Highlighting the state’s rigorous campaign, Dr Singh shared that around 20,000 Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) are visiting homes across Punjab every Friday to inspect for larvae and educate residents. The aim is to turn dengue prevention into a weekly community habit, driven by both awareness and action.

Targeting 90% Reduction in Cases

Buoyed by success in reducing dengue cases by 50% last year, the minister declared that Punjab is now aiming for a 90% reduction in 2025. He emphasized that the campaign combines surveillance, community engagement, and education—making it a model for public health outreach.

The minister also warned that government efforts alone will not suffice unless people take responsibility within their homes. “The war against dengue is not just the government’s battle—it is everyone’s fight,” he concluded.