Dengue: Officials warned against negligence

People advised to keep their homes, markets and their surroundings clean

FAISALABAD:

Any shortcomings in the district’s anti-dengue measures should be rectified immediately so that 100 per cent results of the drive could be obtained, stated, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Muhammad Ali.

Speaking to the media on Saturday, the DC said that these fish should be monitored regularly to maintain their livelihood. He asked the people to keep their homes, markets and their surroundings clean and ensure immediate removal of stagnant water.

As part of anti-dengue measures, the DC released Tilapia, Grass carp and other types of fish in the water pond of WASA near Jhal Chowk. DHA CEO Dr Mushtaq Sipra, DHO Dr Bilal Ahmed, District Coordinator Dr Zulqarnain and other officials were present on the occasion.

Published in The Express Tribune, March 7^th, 2021.