Dengue menace rises in Valmiki Mohalla of Danta near Ambaji

An atmosphere of panic has prevailed in the Valmiki Mohalla of Danta, Banaskantha, located near Ambaji, as the spread of dengue increases. According to a report by Sandesh, 2 new cases of dengue have recently emerged among children in this locality. Due to these new cases, there are serious apprehensions that the epidemic may worsen in the area.

Previously, 6 to 7 young children in this mohalla had been affected by dengue. Given the condition of the sick children, they were immediately admitted to private hospitals in Palanpur for treatment, where they are currently undergoing care. Local families are concerned as this outbreak increases amidst the Diwali festivities.

The local administration has claimed that fogging and spraying of disinfectants have been carried out in the area. However, with new cases continuing to emerge, locals are raising questions about the functioning of the health department and the administration. There is fear among villagers that other children and people may also be gripped by dengue. Locals have demanded that the health department immediately conduct an intensive door-to-door survey in the area to examine and treat suspected patients.

Danta is a town and taluka headquarters located in Banaskantha district, which is an important location for tourists due to its proximity to the Ambaji pilgrimage site.