Jhalokathi, Sept 11 (V7N) — A larvicide-based water spraying campaign has been launched in Jhalokathi as part of an integrated cleanliness drive to prevent the spread of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.
Under the initiative, water mixed with larvicide tablets will be regularly sprayed in drains, canals and areas where stagnant water accumulates across the town. The campaign is being implemented by the District Civil Surgeon’s Office with support from the district administration and the municipal authorities.
Jhalokathi Deputy Commissioner Md. Momin Uddin formally inaugurated the campaign at Kathpatti in the town at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Police Superintendent Marine Sultana, municipal administrator Julia Sukayna, Civil Surgeon Dr. Mohammad Humayun Kabir, Jhalokathi Press Club President Advocate Akkas Sikder, and officials from the municipality and the Civil Surgeon’s Office were present at the inauguration.
Officials involved in the campaign said stagnant water during the monsoon season can create favorable conditions for mosquito breeding, particularly for Aedes mosquitoes, which transmit dengue. As part of the initiative, mosquito breeding sites will be identified and eliminated, while larvicide will be applied regularly where necessary.
Civil Surgeon Dr. Mohammad Humayun Kabir said the Health Department, with assistance from the district administration and municipality, would continue spraying water mixed with larvicide tablets in drains and other stagnant-water areas alongside regular cleanliness activities.
He said destroying mosquito breeding grounds could significantly help control the spread of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases. The campaign therefore includes not only spraying but also efforts to raise public awareness about keeping homes and surrounding areas clean.
Officials said the campaign would be conducted in phases across different parts of the town. Drains, canals, abandoned containers and other places where water may accumulate will be brought under regular monitoring, with necessary measures taken when mosquito breeding risks are identified.
The authorities said the coordinated campaign involving the district administration, municipality and Health Department would continue as part of efforts to protect public health from dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.
Meanwhile, residents have been urged to support the government initiative by remaining vigilant and preventing water from accumulating in yards, rooftops, balconies and surrounding areas. Regular cleaning of homes and their surroundings has also been emphasized as an important measure to reduce mosquito breeding.
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