25 teams deployed to prevent dengue, malaria spead around Buddha Nullah

The Health Department today launched an intensive campaign to combat water-borne and vector-borne diseases in communities situated on both sides of Buddha Nullah.

To safeguard public health, the Health Department has constituted 25 dedicated teams comprising a total of 75 members, with each team comprising one supervisor, a swasthya sahyik and a breading checker (BC).

The drive was launched in the presence of Sandeep Kumar, Chief Administrator of GLADA, and Dr Bishav Mohan from Hero Heart Institute, DMC&H.

As part of this campaign, the teams will carry out extensive spraying operations and IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities across vulnerable localities. The objective is twofold: to control the spread of disease and to raise critical awareness among residents regarding preventive measures.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Ramandeep Kaur, Civil Surgeon, Ludhiana, emphasised that the campaign reflects our firm commitment to ensuring a healthier Ludhiana. With the active participation of the community and support from local authorities, we aim to reduce the incidence of water and vector-borne diseases significantly.”

The Civil Surgeon’s Office has appealed to all residents living near Buddha Nullah to extend full cooperation to the health teams, actively take part in awareness initiatives, and follow recommended preventive practices.

This initiative marks a vital step towards safeguarding community health through prevention, awareness, and partnership.