Dengue outbreak in UP’s Prayagraj: 78 new cases reported in October, health officials target 30 hotspots

In October, Prayagraj experienced a surge in dengue cases, particularly in upscale neighborhoods. Health officials attributed the spike to persistent rains and stagnant water breeding Aedes mosquitoes. Although efforts to raise awareness and ensure sanitation have been ramped up, local cooperation remains crucial to control the outbreak.