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Mosquito menace rises as grass spreads on GMADA’s vacant plots in Mohali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 02:32 AM
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Grass growing on unoccupied GMADA land in Mohali has created breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other pests, raising health concerns for residents.
The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has several vacant parcels of land across the city that have recently become overgrown with grass. Residents walking near these sites have reported a noticeable increase in mosquito activity and the presence of other small creatures.
Public health experts warn that such unmanaged vegetation can serve as ideal breeding sites for disease‑carrying mosquitoes, potentially heightening the risk of vector‑borne illnesses in the neighbourhood. The surge in pest numbers has prompted local citizens to voice concerns over the safety of their homes and outdoor spaces.
Authorities have been urged to clear the overgrown plots and implement regular maintenance to curb the mosquito menace. While no specific remediation plan has been announced, the situation underscores the broader challenge of managing idle urban land to protect community health.
Public health experts warn that such unmanaged vegetation can serve as ideal breeding sites for disease‑carrying mosquitoes, potentially heightening the risk of vector‑borne illnesses in the neighbourhood. The surge in pest numbers has prompted local citizens to voice concerns over the safety of their homes and outdoor spaces.
Authorities have been urged to clear the overgrown plots and implement regular maintenance to curb the mosquito menace. While no specific remediation plan has been announced, the situation underscores the broader challenge of managing idle urban land to protect community health.