Delhi schools asked to step up anti-malaria measures during June
With monsoon expected to hit Delhi soon, the Directorate of Education (DoE), has asked all schools across the Capital to intensify efforts to prevent mosquito breeding and raise awareness about malaria.
In a circular issued on Friday, the department directed government, government-aided, and private unaided schools to carry out targeted activities throughout June, which is observed nationally as Anti-Malaria Month.
The directive builds on earlier instructions issued in April related to controlling vector-borne diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, and malaria, which are most likely to surge during the monsoon season.
With increased mosquito activity expected in the coming weeks, schools have been asked to check for stagnant water, maintain cleanliness on their premises, and conduct awareness programmes for students and staff.
In the circular, the Directorate stated: 'Government of India (GoI) has fixed the year 2030 as a target for eradication of malaria. The month of June is observed as Anti-Malaria Month (AMM) every year prior to the onset of the transmission season of malaria. The objective of observing the AMM before the onset of monsoon is to enhance community awareness, participation, and motivation of all stakeholders.'
As part of the campaign, schools and educational offices have been advised to take several key actions: inspect campuses for mosquito breeding and water stagnation; display 'Do's and Don'ts' related to malaria prevention at prominent spots; sensitise staff on vector-borne diseases; and organise health talks or awareness sessions in offices or institutions.
The Directorate has also issued a clear set of Do's and Don'ts with special emphasis on generating community awareness and not creating panic.
Education officials at the zonal and district levels have been asked to ensure compliance across all schools, along with the school heads.
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With monsoon expected to hit Delhi soon, the Directorate of Education (DoE), has asked all schools across the Capital to intensify efforts to prevent mosquito breeding and raise awareness about malaria. In a circular issued on Friday, the department directed government, government-aided, and private unaided schools to carry out targeted activities throughout June, which is observed nationally as Anti-Malaria Month. The directive builds on earlier instructions issued in April related to controlling vector-borne diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, and malaria, which are most likely to surge during the monsoon season. With increased mosquito activity expected in the coming weeks, schools have been asked to check for stagnant water, maintain cleanliness on their premises, and conduct awareness programmes for students and staff. In the circular, the Directorate stated: 'Government of India (GoI) has fixed the year 2030 as a target for eradication of malaria. The month of June is observed as Anti-Malaria Month (AMM) every year prior to the onset of the transmission season of malaria. The objective of observing the AMM before the onset of monsoon is to enhance community awareness, participation, and motivation of all stakeholders.' As part of the campaign, schools and educational offices have been advised to take several key actions: inspect campuses for mosquito breeding and water stagnation; display 'Do's and Don'ts' related to malaria prevention at prominent spots; sensitise staff on vector-borne diseases; and organise health talks or awareness sessions in offices or institutions. The Directorate has also issued a clear set of Do's and Don'ts with special emphasis on generating community awareness and not creating panic. Education officials at the zonal and district levels have been asked to ensure compliance across all schools, along with the school heads.
