Amid rising dengue risks from the Southwest Monsoon, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media launched an intensified mosquito control campaign from May 19–24 in collaboration with the National Dengue Control Unit. The effort covered 95 MOH divisions across 15 districts.
A total of 128,824 premises were inspected, including homes, schools, offices, and public spaces. Authorities identified 31,145 potential mosquito breeding sites, with 6,077 already containing larvae. Enforcement actions included 3,916 red notices and legal steps against 1,470 premises.
Secretary to the Ministry, Dr. Anil Jasinghe, urged citizens to maintain clean surroundings and dedicate at least one hour weekly to inspections. He thanked the Tri-Forces, Police, Civil Security Department, and volunteers for their vital support, and praised the National Dengue Control Unit for its leadership.
