Stagnant water raises mosquito breeding concerns in Amritsar
Residents in Amritsar are concerned about rising mosquito populations due to stagnant water following monsoon rains. While municipal authorities have begun fogging operations, health experts emphasize that eliminating breeding sites is more effective for disease prevention.
Why it matters
Effective vector control is essential for preventing outbreaks of diseases like dengue and malaria in urban environments during monsoon seasons.
Stagnant water accumulated at several places in the city following monsoon showers has raised concerns over mosquito breeding. Residents fear that waterlogged vacant plots, roadside depressions and other unattended spots could become breeding grounds for mosquito larvae and increase the risk of vector-borne diseases.Residents in several areas said that despite water remaining stagnant for days at some locations, mosquito-control teams had not visited their localities so far. They said the accumulation of water, coupled with humid weather, could provide favourable conditions for mosquito breeding.The concern is particularly significant during the monsoon season, when stagnant water in containers, potholes, discarded materials, plant pots and open spaces can allow mosquitoes to lay eggs.
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