Mangaluru: Deputy Commissioner reassures DK residents on Dengue, Nipah virus concerns
Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada (DK) district Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan on Friday reassured the public that there is no cause for concern regarding infectious diseases such as dengue and Nipah virus in the region. In an effort to educate the public about these diseases, their symptoms, transmission, prevention, and treatment, he has directed health officials and local organizations to take proactive measures.
Chairing a meeting at the DC's office to address the control of infectious diseases, Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan provided valuable insights. He emphasized that there is no need to fear the Nipah virus, provided necessary precautions are taken. He advised people to exercise caution if bats are present near their homes and to avoid consuming fruits that may have been exposed to bites from birds. Properly washing fruits before consumption is essential, and individuals experiencing fever should seek medical attention without delay, he added.
Muhilan urged the health department staff and Asha workers to acquire comprehensive knowledge about Nipah virus symptoms from medical officers and to disseminate this information to the public. He also suggested close coordination with the forest department to identify areas with fruit bats.
The Deputy Commissioner highlighted the significance of active participation from District Wenlock Hospital, Medical Colleges, and primary health centers in combating infectious diseases. Special emphasis was placed on dengue control, which is of paramount importance, especially during the rainy season when stagnant water can become breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
To mitigate dengue risks, Muhilan recommended identifying mosquito breeding sites and taking immediate remedial measures. Awareness campaigns for dengue control were proposed at both the district and local organization levels, utilizing communication channels like WhatsApp groups. An action plan for larvicidal spraying will be developed, targeting areas with known mosquito breeding concerns. Additionally, fogging, larvicidal spraying, and larval surveys will be conducted promptly upon the discovery of dengue cases, he stated.
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Sanjay Raut demands re-election, alleges irregularities in EVMs during Maharashtra polls
Mumbai, Nov 25: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday demanded a re-election in Maharashtra using ballot papers, claiming there were irregularities with the electronic voting machines (EVMs).
Talking to reporters, Raut alleged several complaints about EVMs malfunctioning and questioned the integrity of the recently held elections.
The BJP-led Mahayuti won 230 out of 288 seats in the assembly elections, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi managed 46 seats, with Shiv Sena (UBT) winning just 20 out of 95 seats it contested.
"We have received nearly 450 complaints regarding EVMs. Despite raising objections repeatedly, no action has been taken on these issues. How can we say these elections were conducted fairly? Hence, I demand that the results be set aside and elections be held again using ballot papers," Raut said.
Citing some instances, he said a candidate in Nashik reportedly received only four votes despite having 65 votes from his family, while in Dombivli, discrepancies were found in EVM tallies, and election officials refused to acknowledge the objections.
The Sena (UBT) leader also questioned the credibility of the landslide victories of some candidates, saying, "What revolutionary work have they done to receive more than 1.5 lakh votes? Even leaders who recently switched parties have become MLAs. This raises suspicions. For the first time, a senior leader like Sharad Pawar has expressed doubts about EVMs, which cannot be ignored."
Asked about the MVA's poor performance in the elections, Raut rejected the idea of blaming a single individual.
"We fought as a united MVA. Even a leader like Sharad Pawar, who commands immense respect in Maharashtra, faced defeat. This shows that we need to analyse the reasons behind the failure. One of the reasons is EVM irregularities and the misuse of the system, unconstitutional practices, and even judicial decisions left unresolved by Justice Chandrachud," he said.
Raut stressed that though internal differences might have existed within the MVA, the failure was collective.
He also accused the Mahayuti of conducting the elections in an unfair manner.
"I cannot call the elections fair given the numerous reports of discrepancies in EVMs, mismatched numbers, and vote irregularities across the state," Raut said.
