On Thursday, both the BJP and Congress organized protest rallies in Kolkata, demanding the resignation of Mayor Firhad Hakim in light of a notable increase in the number of dengue cases plaguing the city. The Congress chose Park Circus as the venue for their protest, while BJP activists gathered in demonstration at Bowbazar. The protests were eventually brought to a close following police intervention.
Responding to the escalating dengue threat, the state health department issued a comprehensive 14-point advisory on Wednesday. The advisory specifically emphasized the need for hospitals to maintain regular monitoring of patients admitted to dengue wards, reflecting the urgency of the situation.
While the total number of dengue cases for the current year has not been officially disclosed, the state government maintains its commitment to combating the dengue outbreak. The government is actively engaged in campaigns aimed at raising awareness among the public, ensuring that citizens are well-informed about preventive measures and the current state of the dengue situation in the city.