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Health
Dengue cases in Varanasi surge to 112, nearly double in a month
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 10:34 AM
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The number of dengue infections in Varanasi rose to 112, up from 60 reported on Oct 4, marking an almost two‑fold increase within a month.
Varanasi health officials have recorded 112 dengue cases as of the latest count, a sharp rise from the 60 cases documented on October 4. The increase represents nearly a 100% jump in just a month, prompting heightened vigilance across the city.
The municipal health department has issued advisories urging residents to eliminate standing water, use mosquito repellents, and seek prompt medical attention if fever or other dengue symptoms appear. Local clinics report a steady flow of patients presenting with high fever, joint pain, and rash, typical of the disease.
Authorities are coordinating with state health agencies to intensify vector‑control measures, including fogging and larvicidal treatments in high‑risk neighborhoods. The surge underscores the seasonal pattern of dengue in Uttar Pradesh, where monsoon‑related breeding grounds often fuel outbreaks.
No fatalities have been reported so far, but doctors caution that early detection and supportive care remain critical to prevent complications. The health department will continue to monitor the situation and update the public as new data emerge.
The municipal health department has issued advisories urging residents to eliminate standing water, use mosquito repellents, and seek prompt medical attention if fever or other dengue symptoms appear. Local clinics report a steady flow of patients presenting with high fever, joint pain, and rash, typical of the disease.
Authorities are coordinating with state health agencies to intensify vector‑control measures, including fogging and larvicidal treatments in high‑risk neighborhoods. The surge underscores the seasonal pattern of dengue in Uttar Pradesh, where monsoon‑related breeding grounds often fuel outbreaks.
No fatalities have been reported so far, but doctors caution that early detection and supportive care remain critical to prevent complications. The health department will continue to monitor the situation and update the public as new data emerge.