Narayanganj: A special cleanliness drive has been launched in Sadar upazila of Narayanganj to prevent dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases by raising public awareness and eliminating breeding grounds. Deputy Commissioner Md Raihan Kabir inaugurated the programme at the upazila premises this afternoon.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Deputy Commissioner Kabir emphasized that dengue outbreaks usually occur during and after the monsoon, and the government is prioritizing early preparedness to protect public health. He highlighted that potential mosquito breeding sites are being identified in advance and necessary measures are being taken to destroy them.
The initiative this year includes voluntary participation alongside government efforts, with volunteers from BD Clean, Scouts, local organizations, and union parishads joining the campaign. The drive has initially commenced in Nolkhali, Bogdumari, and Obdar canals, where waste and water hyacinth are being removed, and larvicide spraying is underway.
Deputy Commissioner Kabir mentioned that the programme will be expanded to all seven unions of the upazila and subsequently to other areas of the district. The initial phase covers about 400 metres of canals, with a target to clean and re-excavate around 8 to 8.5 kilometres before the monsoon.