Nashik Sees Spike in Dengue Cases: 29 Reported in First Week of July Alone

Nashik, July 12: Nashik city has reported a worrying rise in dengue cases, with 29 new infections recorded in just the first week of July—surpassing the total number reported throughout the entire month of June. According to municipal health authorities, the total number of dengue cases from January 1 to July 7 this year has reached 176.

Although this marks a decline compared to the 367 cases registered during the same period in 2024, health officials are not taking the situation lightly. Last year, Nashik experienced a major dengue outbreak in July, with a record 435 cases that month alone. This has raised concerns about a potential repeat surge if proactive measures are not maintained.

In response to the rising numbers, the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has intensified surveillance and enforcement efforts. In a recent inspection in the Cidco division, a local builder was fined ₹10,000 after mosquito breeding grounds were discovered at a construction site.

The NMC’s health department has also launched widespread inspections across residential and commercial areas. Residents found to have mosquito breeding spots on their premises are being warned of penalties.

The civic body has ramped up anti-larval activities, including daily fogging and spraying operations in vulnerable localities. An advisory issued by the health department outlines several key precautions for citizens, such as:

• Cleaning and drying water storage containers like overhead tanks weekly

• Covering all water storage units

• Removing scrap and waste materials from rooftops and balconies

• Keeping school and office premises clean

• Wearing full-sleeved clothing

• Seeking immediate medical help in case of fever

Health officials noted that last year, Nashik saw only 104 dengue cases between January and May. However, a sharp spike occurred in June (165 cases), peaking in July with over 400 cases before a gradual decline in the following months. This pattern underscores the importance of early intervention and public awareness.

With dengue cases already climbing early in the month, authorities are urging citizens to remain vigilant. “Preventing mosquito breeding is a shared responsibility,” said an NMC official. “We urge residents to cooperate with our health teams and strictly follow preventive guidelines.”

The health department will continue monitoring the situation closely and has assured the public that all necessary steps are being taken to prevent a repeat of last year’s outbreak.