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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Dengue larvae found in 25 nurseries during health dept check
Dengue larvae have been detected in 25 nurseries in Ludhiana during a special inspection drive carried out by the district health department on Friday. The drive was part of the Punjab Government's ongoing weekly campaign 'Har Shukarvaar Dengue te Vaar' aimed at curbing the spread of dengue. An inspection drive being carried out by the district health department in Ludhiana on Friday. (HT Photo) During this, health officials inspected a total of 172 nurseries across various parts of the city, identifying potential mosquito breeding grounds. Assistant civil surgeon Dr Vivek Kataria inspected several nurseries, where larvae were found in stagnant water, especially in trays beneath plant pots and other water containers. 'Such negligence creates ideal conditions for mosquitoes to breed and can lead to serious dengue outbreaks,' he added. The health department issued on-the-spot instructions to nursery owners, asking them to avoid water accumulation in pots and trays and to ensure regular weekly checks. Written notices were served to the nurseries where larvae were found, warning that repeat violations would invite legal action under the Epidemic Diseases Act. Officials also appealed to all residents to check their rooftops, flower pots, water coolers, containers, and surrounding areas every Friday. The department stressed that only through regular cleanliness and public cooperation can dengue be effectively prevented. Civil surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur said that under this weekly campaign, inspections are carried out every Friday to identify and eliminate potential dengue breeding sites. 'Dengue can only be eliminated from its roots not just through the efforts of the health department, but with the active support of the public,' she said.
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Mesh no match as monkeys take over PU hostels
Chandigarh: Students at Panjab University hostels say they live in constant fear of monkeys that routinely enter corridors, snatch food, and drag away clothes, despite mesh barriers installed in many buildings (only girls' hostels) to keep them out. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now There are seven girls' hostels on the main campus and three more in Sector 25. Similarly, boys' hostels face the same problem- seven on main campus and another on south campus. In many cases, monkeys enter through broken or damaged sections of mesh, climb stairwells, and slip into common areas and rooms. "Monkeys come right into our corridors. Last week, one ran off with my towel and another kept roaming in corridor, making us stay inside rooms while we were getting late," said Ramandeep Kaur, a resident of Girls Hostel 4 (GH4). Harshita from GH7 added, "We can't leave doors open or dry our clothes outside. It's scary, they are unpredictable." Vishal Malik, a resident of Boys Hostel 6, said, "It's the same here. Monkeys enter balconies and turn rooms upside down. Sometimes we have to shout and drive them out with sticks, but it's not always safe." University officials say some preventive steps have been taken, but student cooperation is also needed. "We are working on repairing damaged mesh in the affected hostels and have advised students not to leave discarded food or wrappers in corridors or balconies, which attracts monkeys," said Namita Gupta, Dean Students' Welfare (Women). The monkey menace is part of a wider set of complaints raised by residents. Most hostels on the main campus still lack English-style toilets, with western toilets available only attached to few guest rooms or some floors. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Rain-related issues add to the discomfort in older hostels. In GH1 and GH2, both old constructions, water seepage through terrace cracks and walls is a recurring problem during the monsoon. "Water starts dripping down walls whenever it rains heavily, damaging clothes," said Dhruvika, a resident of GH2. "Staircases get wet and slippery, and girls have slipped more than often." In taller hostels with six or more floors, students also report regular elevator breakdowns and restricted access. "The lift in GH3 shuts down after 11 pm," said one resident. "It also gets stuck often, and help isn't always quick." With another academic year underway and hostel occupancy rising, residents say the problems need to be addressed.
Hindustan Times
02-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Software snag may delay Rakhi deliveries
With Raksha Bandhan just around the corner, Ludhiana's post offices have hit a pause on prominent services, including rakhi mail and parcel bookings through speed post and registered post, after the online system witnessed severe technical glitches since Friday during the installation process of an upgraded software. The move is a part of a nationwide initiative for advanced digital platforms. However, the early technical snags in the system hit the Rakhi bookings in the city, officials familiar with the matter said With Raksha Bandhan just around the corner, Ludhiana's post offices have hit a pause on prominent services, including rakhi mail and parcel bookings through speed post and registered post, after the online system witnessed severe technical glitches since Friday during the installation process of an upgraded software. (HT Photo) Notably, the temporary suspension comes at a festive time when the postal department witnesses a surge in demand. The head post office on Ferozepur Road solely has been handling 150 to 200 domestic Rakhi bookings daily in the run-up to the festival. According to the postal officials, the stalled services may impact the timely delivery of rakhis and festive parcels with Rakshabandhan falling on August 9, causing concern among families relying on the postal network for long-distance gift exchanges. 'This is the only time of the year I send something by post. I always trusted Speed Post for rakhis, but this time I may have to switch to private couriers,' said Ramandeep Kaur, a resident of BRS Nagar. Additionally, postal staff anticipate a backlog of parcels once services restart on August 5, leaving a limited window for deliveries before Raksha Bandhan, which could lead to further delays. 'While services will technically resume from Monday morning, it could take a day or two for operations to fully normalise. The volume of parcels is only going to increase after the upgrade. We'll be under pressure to meet delivery deadlines, especially for rakhis,' said Ajaib Singh, a Gramin Dak Sevak. The move is a part of India Post's efforts to modernise operations and improve long-term service efficiency. According to postal officials, a nationwide software upgrade is scheduled to roll out on August 4. To ensure seamless transition, a planned shutdown was enforced on August 2 and 3. Balbir Singh, senior postmaster at the head post office, addressed concerns about the short delivery window and possible technical issues in the upgraded system. 'The disruption was unavoidable for a seamless migration to the digital platform. We've already raised tickets regarding technical glitches with the concerned authority,' he said. He further added that the shutdown, originally scheduled for August 4, was advanced to allow sufficient time for Rakhi deliveries. 'After Monday, bookings will resume, and we will ensure timely delivery of rakhis without any delay,' Singh assured.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Health dept seeks public support to prevent dengue cases
Ludhiana: As part of efforts to counter the risk of dengue, the health department conducted a house-to-house dengue awareness and breeding check drive at Chand Colony, under the guidance of civil surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur. The civil surgeon urged residents to actively participate in dengue prevention efforts. "We are working tirelessly to prevent dengue outbreaks, but our efforts can only be effective with the full support of the community. Every household must ensure that water is not allowed to stagnate, as it serves as a breeding ground for dengue-carrying mosquitoes," she said. She also urged people to cooperate with field teams and treat these visits as an essential public health service. The field activity was led by district epidemiologist Dr Sheetal Narang and executed with the support of multi-purpose health workers as well as breeding checkers. The team inspected households, checking water storage units, including coolers, refrigerator trays, plant pots, discarded utensils, tyres, and other material in which water could collect and stagnate. Wherever mosquito larvae were found, they were immediately destroyed on the spot using appropriate larvicides and physical removal techniques. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Households were educated on identifying and eliminating such sources, the health department said. The team appealed to every household to observe dry day every Friday and become a part of the "Har shukarvar – Dengue par vaar" campaign, during which all containers would be emptied, cleaned, and dried to break the mosquito life cycle. Rajinder Singh, deputy mass media officer, played a vital role in the awareness drive. He interacted with residents, shared educational pamphlets, and explained the symptoms of dengue, such as high fever, body pain, and rash, and the importance of seeking early medical attention. The health department emphasised that such intensive surveillance and educational drives would be conducted in high-risk localities across the district in the coming weeks. "We request all residents to cooperate with our teams by allowing inspections and following the preventive measures suggested. Dengue is preventable, but only if we work together as a community," said Dr. Kaur. MSID:: 122643090 413 |
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
3rd Covid death: Ludhiana under the microscope.
Ludhiana: Local health authorities are ramping up Covid-19 testing and preparedness after the district recorded its third virus-related death on Thursday, raising concerns about rising cases and the vulnerability of those with underlying health conditions. An 82-year-old man from the Samrala Road area died at a private hospital near Sherpur Chowk, the health department has reported. Officials concerned have said that the patient, who had a history of cardiac problems, was admitted on June 15 and died of acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). A Covid-19 test conducted after his admission returned positive. The patient had no recent travel history, and his daughter, with whom he lived, has not exhibited symptoms. Civil surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur confirmed that all three Covid-19 deaths in the district involved patients with comorbidities, and two occurred at a hospital in Chandigarh. "We are geared up already to check Covid-19, and have issued advisories to the public," she said. Health department officials have directed ground staff to increase testing of suspected cases and to remain vigilant. Of the three reported Covid-19 victims, two were elderly and one was middle-aged, officials have said. Four patients are hospitalised currently: one is on intermittent oxygen support, two are stable without support, and one is a chronic kidney disease patient. As of Friday, Ludhiana has reported a total of 64 Covid-19 cases since the start of the recent wave, with four new cases confirmed on Friday. The latest cases include two males, aged 51 and 65, and two females, aged 42 and 63, all from urban areas. Also, 34 patients have completed home quarantine, while 27 remain active cases — 23 of whom are isolating at home. Medical experts are urging residents, those with existing health issues especially, to take extra precautions. Dr Dheeraj Aggarwal, president of the Ludhiana chapter of the Indian Medical Association, warned that people with comorbidities are at higher risk of infection and should avoid social gatherings, practise frequent hand washing, and maintain physical distance. He also recommended a nutritious diet during the monsoon season to help maintain immunity. MSID:: 121977194 413 |
