Councillors complain about a rise in dengue cases

Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) councillors have complained about a rise in mosquito density on the premises of educational institutions and open spaces in various wards of the city.

Corporation Public Health Standing Committee chairperson G. Shanthakumari said the GCC has registered 654 dengue cases in September so far.

At the Public Health Committee meeting held on Friday, councillors demanded that the GCC increase manpower for mosquito control.

“Owing to Census operations, sector workers shouldered additional responsibility, and subsequently, mosquito control work was affected in some areas. Sanitary officers and inspectors have also been given additional responsibility of conservancy. This has affected public health. The mosquito density has increased in the city. Councillors have pointed to the rise in dengue cases in many hospitals.”

On Saturday, the Corporation began a drive to reduce mosquito density in educational institutions across the city.