Monsoon Menace: Dengue Cases Surge in Mumbai

Mumbai saw a rise in dengue cases in September, with 1,384 reported, up from August's 1,159. Malaria and chikungunya cases saw a decline. The BMC conducted health initiatives during festivals, inspecting over a million houses and raising awareness about vector-borne diseases.

Mumbai experienced a notable increase in dengue cases in September, recording 1,384 cases, up from 1,159 in August, according to civic officials.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Monsoon-Diseases report highlighted this uptick, while also noting a decline in malaria, chikungunya, and other waterborne diseases.

Amid the festival season, the BMC implemented extensive health awareness campaigns, inspecting over a million homes and collecting thousands of blood samples to combat vector-borne diseases.

(With inputs from agencies.)