Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired a high-level review meeting on dengue preparedness in Delhi yesterday. Addressing the meeting, the Health Minister emphasised that the state and municipal bodies be ready to proactively anticipate and prepare for any potential upsurge by clearly demonstrating their readiness. He called upon states to actively engage Ward Commissioners, elected representatives, and Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) in awareness and prevention efforts.

The Health Minister was briefed on the national dengue scenario and the preparedness measures undertaken across the country, with special emphasis on the National Capital.