NEW DELHI: (Sep 16) Union Health Minister J P Nadda on Monday urged the NCR states to reassess their preparedness to tackle dengue, particularly in light of the prolonged rainy season and waterlogging in certain areas.

Chairing a review meeting on dengue preparedness in Delhi-NCR, Nadda called for “Jan Chetna through Jan Bhagidari” as he emphasised the community’s role in dengue control.

Hospital readiness, inter-sectoral coordination and community engagement are key to dengue preparedness, Nadda said.

Source: PTI News

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