NEW DELHI: The Commissioner of the Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD), Ashwani Kumar, has issued a stern warning to all offices, institutions, and workplaces to take immediate action to prevent mosquito breeding. He emphasized the importance of working closely with the civic body to combat the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
Kumar highlighted the fact that diseases such as dengue, malaria, and chikungunya have no specific treatment or vaccine, making it crucial to eliminate Aedes mosquito breeding at its source to effectively control their transmission.
In an advisory, Kumar urged government and autonomous offices, educational institutions, commercial centers, trade associations, and Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) to adhere to the prescribed guidelines. He stressed the need for ensuring that overhead and other water tanks are covered, water coolers are regularly maintained, and water accumulation in various objects is prevented.
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To prevent mosquito breeding, Kumar recommended adding a spoonful of petrol or kerosene to water coolers that cannot be emptied. He also instructed that Domestic Breeding Checkers (DBCs) be allowed to inspect water tanks on terraces.
To ensure compliance, Kumar directed all institutions to appoint a nodal officer responsible for collaborating with MCD’s public health officials in implementing mosquito prevention measures. He warned that strict action would be taken against officials and responsible individuals if mosquito breeding is found within institutional premises.
The civic body’s public health department is working tirelessly to assist the public in combating mosquito-borne diseases, and cooperation from all institutions is essential in this effort.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has emphasized that it is against the law to create conditions that promote mosquito breeding, as stated in the Delhi Municipal Corporation (Malaria and Other Mosquito-Borne Diseases) Bye-laws of 1975.
Neglecting to implement preventive measures is considered a punishable offense. Repeated violations may result in receiving legal notices, fines, and potential police complaints under Section 271 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). It is crucial for individuals to adhere to these regulations to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases and maintain a healthy environment for all residents.
