The Fact News Service
Jalandhar, August 6
To prevent the spread of water-borne and vector-borne diseases, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Aggarwal has directed the health department to identify local hotspots of dengue, malaria, and chikungunya for focused interventions.
Chairing a meeting of the District Health Society at the District Administrative Complex, Dr. Aggarwal emphasized the need for a coordinated, multi-departmental approach, particularly in localities where such diseases are frequently reported. He reiterated the administration’s commitment to ensuring accessible healthcare while effectively curbing disease transmission.
Accompained by Additional Deputy Commissioner Jasbir Singh, Civil Surgeon Dr. Gurmeet Lal, the Deputy Commissioner instructed all SDMs to personally monitor anti-disease efforts in their jurisdictions and adopt a multi-pronged strategy to manage outbreaks.
During the meeting, Dr. Aggarwal also reviewed the preparations for launching the Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojna in the district, set to roll out on October 2. He called for seamless coordination among departments to ensure its successful implementation.
In a move to strengthen the physical and mental health of individuals undergoing treatment at de-addiction centers, Dr. Aggarwal asked officials to introduce daily yoga sessions.
Additionally, he directed the health department to conduct a thorough assessment of infrastructural requirements at health centers to enhance the delivery of healthcare services at the grassroots level.
The Deputy Commissioner urged all stakeholders to work proactively to make Jalandhar a model district in public health response and disease prevention.
