Raipur, July 14<\/p>\n
Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, and in alignment with the state government’s unwavering commitment to public health, Chhattisgarh has relaunched a decisive campaign aimed at the permanent eradication of malaria. Guided by Health Minister Shri Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, the department has initiated a model strategic intervention that sets a new benchmark in the field of public health. The 12th phase of the \u2018Malaria Mukt Chhattisgarh Abhiyan\u2019 (Malaria-Free Chhattisgarh Campaign) has not only expanded its operational scope but also demonstrated on-ground impact\u2014proving that policy-driven and determined governance yields tangible results.<\/p>\n
Launched on June 25, this phase has involved intensive testing, treatment, and awareness drives across 10 districts in the state. So far, 19,402 households have been visited, and 98,594 individuals have undergone blood testing. Out of these, 1,265 people tested positive for malaria. What\u2019s noteworthy is that every identified case was immediately given the first dose of medication\u2014with precautionary steps such as administering local food first to ensure the medicine\u2019s effectiveness and safety. Each patient was also issued a treatment card, ensuring proper monitoring and follow-up.<\/p>\n
The most significant impact of this campaign has been observed in Bastar division, where malaria cases have declined by 71% compared to 2015. This is not a routine outcome, but the result of a systematic, sustained, and scientific strategy. The state\u2019s Annual Parasite Index (API) has also dropped from 27.40 to 7.11, indicating effective control over the disease.<\/p>\n
Expressing satisfaction over the campaign’s progress, Health Minister Shri Shyam Bihari Jaiswal stated that \u201cThe fight against malaria is no longer just about treatment\u2014it has evolved into a battle of strategy and public participation.\u201d He emphasized that the government\u2019s targets\u2014’Zero Malaria by 2027′ and ‘Malaria-Free Chhattisgarh by 2030’\u2014are no longer confined to documents, but are steadily becoming reality.<\/p>\n
Dr. Priyanka Shukla, Commissioner-cum-Director of the Health Department, shared that the campaign’s efforts have significantly reduced malaria cases in the Bastar region. \u201cOur priority is to reach every infected person, treat them on time, and ensure there’s no scope for future transmission,\u201d she said. She also noted that the department is focusing particularly on asymptomatic malaria cases, aiming to eliminate the disease at its root.<\/p>\n
The success of this campaign has also been made possible through the active involvement of Mitanins (community health workers), Anganwadi workers, village panchayats, and volunteer organizations. This is no longer just a health initiative, but has transformed into a people\u2019s movement. In addition to diagnosis and treatment, the campaign is educating communities on practical preventive measures like regular use of mosquito nets, prevention of water stagnation, and maintaining cleanliness.<\/p>\n
This robust and compassionate initiative by the Chhattisgarh government, under the foresighted leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, is not only a strong and sustainable step toward eliminating malaria from the state, but is also emerging as a national model in public health strategy. In the coming years, this comprehensive and community-driven approach is expected to inspire similar efforts across other states.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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