Karnataka govt declares Dengue as an epidemic
Op IndiaOn Tuesday, 3rd September, the Karnataka government declared dengue fever an epidemic disease in light of a surge in cases across the state. Due to the surge in dengue cases, the Government of Karnataka has declared dengue an epidemic disease in the state. To enhance prevention efforts, the following regulations are being enforced: •All landowners, occupiers and builders must take necessary measures to prevent… pic.twitter.com/cr58bbroZb — Dinesh Gundu Rao/ದಿನೇಶ್ ಗುಂಡೂರಾವ್ September 3, 2024 Monetary fines imposed by the state to curb increasing cases As part of tough steps to curb the outbreak, the announcement empowers authorities to issue house owners who allow mosquito breeding on their property with a fine of Rs 400 in urban areas and Rs 200 in rural regions. Karnataka Declares Dengue An Epidemic, To Fine House, Shop Owners@pratibaraman reports pic.twitter.com/CUv5iv0ayV — NDTV September 3, 2024 Health officials have been asked to conduct frequent inspections of all vacant places, building premises, water tanks, parks, and playgrounds, as well as to enforce the Health & Family Welfare Department’s standards.