Mosquito-killer Gambusia fish released in Nagar Van

Tribune News Service

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Chandigarh, October 1

The UT Fisheries Department today released the mosquito-killer Gambusia fish at Nagar Van near Sukhna Lake as a step towards preventing malaria and dengue in the city.

The department has initiated steps to fight mosquito-borne disease such as malaria and dengue, which are common post-rainy season. In this season, mosquitoes breed rapidly, especially in stagnant water, causing the spread of diseases such as malaria and dengue.

Dr Abdul Qayum, Deputy Conservator, Forest, Manish Kumar Lohan, Director, Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, and Dr Kanwarjit Singh, Joint Director, Animal Husbandry, were present on the occasion. The Gambusia fish will also be released in other stagnant water points in the coming days by the department. Dr Qayum appreciated the efforts of the Animal Husbandry Department in playing an important role in coordination

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