: Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda held a meeting on Friday to review the preparedness of the Delhi administration and other stakeholders in prevention and control of dengue in the Capital.
Delhi Health Minister Satyender Jain briefed Mr.Nadda on the preparations to prevent the spread of the disease. It was noted that multiple advisories have been shared with the States to build their capacity, and training has been provided to health workers. “We have already provided all logistical and technical support to the Delhi government in terms of surveillance and diagnostic kits,’’ said Mr. Nadda. He has also directed all States to start rigorous awareness campaigns regarding the preventive steps.
“A mobile application— India Fights Dengue— was recently launched. Also, all information on the measures taken by the Delhi government and Delhi Corporations should be easily available to people through the media,’’ the Minister said.
Also present at the meeting were Mayors of the Delhi Corporations.
