Widespread Mosquito Breeding Found at Delhi Construction Sites

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi discovered mosquito breeding at 148 construction sites, including high-profile locations like Chhatrasal Stadium, ISKON Temple, and Public Works Department premises. To combat vector-borne diseases such as Dengue, Malaria, and Chikungunya, the MCD conducted a special inspection drive at 290 sites, issuing 83 legal notices and 60 prosecutions.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) reported mosquito breeding at 148 construction sites, including Chhatrasal Stadium, ISKON Temple, and Public Works Department premises. The discovery was part of a special inspection drive covering 290 sites across 12 zones to combat vector-borne diseases like Dengue, Malaria, and Chikungunya.

The MCD issued 83 legal notices and 60 prosecutions to builders and owners violating norms. 'Construction sites are potential breeding grounds for Aedes and Anopheles mosquitoes, which are vectors for transmitting these diseases. The discovered breeding sites were promptly destroyed,' stated the MCD.

Mosquito breeding was also found at various metro stations, hospitals, and other key locations such as Delhi Jal Board construction site in Old Chandrawal and Central Public Works Department in Pusa campus. Immediate action was taken to address these breeding grounds.

(With inputs from agencies.)