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BMC faces flak for poor mosquito control in Mumbai
The BMC's Insecticide Department came under fire at the Standing Committee meeting on Monday for failing to carry out proper mosquito control measures across Mumbai. Corporators alleged that fumigation and anti-larval treatment at breeding sites are not being done adequately.
Committee members said the department lacks enough fogging machines, many of which are defunct, and wards do not have sufficient supplies of chemicals. They also pointed out that construction sites remain untreated, and dengue patients are being reported in every ward.
Members noted that the earlier practice of preparing a timetable for ward-wise fumigation is no longer being followed. They demanded an increase in the frequency of fogging operations to control the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Mumbai typically sees a spike in dengue and malaria cases during the monsoon months from June to September. The BMC's Insecticide Department is responsible for fogging and anti-larval spraying, but repeated complaints about broken machines and chemical shortages have hampered operations in previous years as well. The Standing Committee's criticism puts pressure on the civic administration to allocate more funds for equipment and supplies before the peak season. The next step will be the committee's formal directive on procurement and deployment schedules.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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