Dengue Cases Increase in Rawalpindi
Two new confirmed dengue cases were reported in Rawalpindi district on October 5 and 6, taking the total number of confirmed infections in the district to 42.
According to the latest data released by the District Health Authority, 10 confirmed dengue patients are currently admitted to hospital isolation wards. No dengue-related death has been reported in Rawalpindi during 2026 so far.
Hospital Screening and Suspected Cases
The number of hospital screenings increased by 67 over the two-day period, rising from 5,094 to 5,161. Suspected dengue cases also increased by 63, reaching 4,762.
Total hospital admissions, however, decreased slightly from 13 to 12. Despite the decline in overall admissions, the number of confirmed dengue patients in isolation wards remained unchanged at 10.
High-Risk Areas Identified
Health authorities said the 12 dengue infections recorded during October were reported from several high-risk areas of the district.
These areas include Chaklala Cantonment, Wah Cantt, Adyala, Fouji Colony, Pindora, Dhama Syedan, Qayumabad, Chah Sultan, Dhamyal and CTR-II.
The presence of confirmed cases in multiple areas has kept health teams focused on surveillance and preventive measures.
Nearly 2,000 Larva-Positive Sites Detected
Vector surveillance teams continued field operations across the district and detected 1,982 additional larva-positive sites during October 5 and 6.
Authorities identified severe larval concentrations in Chaklala Cantonment, Takhat Pari and Rawalpindi Cantonment. These areas remain a particular focus for dengue control teams because mosquito breeding can increase the risk of further infections.
Officials are continuing surveillance activities and action against locations where mosquito larvae are found.
Enforcement Action Continues
Punitive measures against dengue-related violations have also continued across the district. Authorities have so far registered 2,798 FIRs, sealed 686 premises and issued 2,331 challans.
Fines imposed under the ongoing dengue prevention campaign have reached approximately Rs3.15 million.
Health authorities continue to urge residents and property owners to remove stagnant water and cooperate with field teams. Preventing mosquito breeding remains a key part of efforts to control the spread of dengue in Rawalpindi.
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