Tangail: State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku has called upon everyone to play an active role in destroying Aedes mosquito breeding grounds to prevent dengue. He emphasized the importance of this initiative while inaugurating a cleanliness drive at the premises of Tangail Medical College Hospital.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister highlighted the critical nature of the upcoming three months, labeling them as an extremely risky and crucial period for the dengue situation. He stressed the importance of raising public awareness during this time to effectively combat the spread of dengue.
The minister pointed out that eliminating Aedes mosquito breeding grounds is one of the most effective measures against dengue. He advised against allowing water to accumulate in areas such as rooftops, flower pots, discarded containers, and coconut shells, urging people to maintain cleanliness in their homes, institutions, and surrounding areas.
He further stated that public awareness and cleanliness activities must be conducted simultaneously across the country to ensure the success of the Prime Minister's initiative. Tuku emphasized that if individuals fulfill their responsibilities and contribute to raising public awareness, it will significantly control the spread of Aedes mosquitoes.
After the inauguration of the cleanliness drive, Tuku personally participated in cleaning activities at various locations on the premises of Tangail Medical College Hospital and General Hospital. The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner Sharifa Haque, Police Superintendent Shamsul Alam Sarker, Civil Surgeon Dr. Farazi Mohammad Mahbubul Alam Manju, Director of Tangail Medical College Hospital Md Abdul Quddus, Deputy Director of General Hospital Khandaker Sadikur Rahman, and other notable figures and activists from the BNP and its affiliated organizations.