Arunachal block reports rising dengue cases
In view of the rising cases, the Namsai district administration has declared the Chongkham as 'dengue outbreak block' to contain further spread of the disease, Namsai DC CR Khamp said in a public advisory.
To contain and prevent the spread of dengue, the district administration has issued advisories in public interest. Residents have been advised timely cleaning of drainage system and filling up of potholes to avoid water stagnation in surrounding areas, among other steps.
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