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Rawalpindi Dengue Cases Plummet: 83 vs 1,586 Last Year
1 Nov
Summary
- Rawalpindi recorded 83 dengue cases this season, a significant drop from last year's 1,586.
- Four new dengue cases were reported in the last two days, bringing the season's total to 83.
- District administration is strengthening surveillance and taking action against negligence.
As of October 31, 2026, Rawalpindi has recorded 83 confirmed dengue cases this season. This marks a significant decline compared to the 1,586 cases reported during the same period last year.
In the last two days alone, four new patients were confirmed to have contracted the dengue virus. Seven patients are currently admitted to the Holy Family Hospital's dengue ward. Reports indicate three new cases on Friday and one on Saturday.
The district administration has intensified its anti-dengue campaign in areas where patients originated. Two patients came from the city area, one from Union Council Wah, and another from Chakri.
So far in October, 51 patients have reported dengue, with 27 in September and none in August. This contrasts sharply with over 1,500 cases last year.
Additional Deputy Commissioner (Social Services) Fazail Mudassar stressed the importance of immediate action against negligence and absenteeism in dengue control efforts. A meeting of the District Emergency and Response Committee for Dengue Control reviewed surveillance, larvae detection, and field team performance.
