Indore (Madhya Pradesh): In a significant public health achievement, the city has witnessed a sharp 87.5% decline in dengue cases this year till mid-July, as compared to the same period last year. According to official data, only 24 dengue cases have been reported from January 1 to July 20, 2025, against 193 cases during the same timeframe last year.
The data, released by the health department indicates that the current monsoon season has so far not created favourable conditions for dengue-spreading mosquitoes. Typically, the dengue season begins by mid-June with the onset of rains. However, due to below-average rainfall in June and early July, there has been less water stagnation, leading to a decline in mosquito breeding.
As per district malaria officer Dr Rashmi Dubey, all 24 confirmed dengue cases were verified by the Microbiology Lab of MGM Medical College, the only lab recognised by the government for official reporting. ‘Of these 24 patients, 14 are males, 10 females and 3 children. The department also confirmed that there has been no new positive dengue report in recent weeks, signalling effective vector control,’ she said.
In contrast, last year saw 19 dengue cases in June and a sharp rise to 110 in July alone, totalling 550 cases by year-end, according to health department records.
Malaria cases also under control
Alongside dengue, malaria cases remain extremely low, with only 5 being reported so far in 2025. The five patients (4 males and 1 female) were from localities including Vijay Nagar, Sanwer Hospital Campus, Champabagh, North Harsiddhi and TDS Colony, Betma Kalibillod.
Following reports, the malaria department heightened surveillance and preventive measures. Dr Dubey conducted a review meeting with ASHA and other related staff at Hukumchand zone and instructed them to intensify anti-larval activities.
Dengue- and Malaria-free Indore
Dr Dubey emphasised that making Indore and its surrounding district free from dengue and malaria is the department’s top priority. ‘In a population of over 40–45 lakh, reporting just five malaria and 24 dengue cases so far is a major success,’ she said, adding that continued vigilance and preventive action are necessary to maintain this trend.
