CMC leads Friday Dry Day rally to raise mosquito awareness in Kukatpally
HYDERABAD: Stepping up its battle against mosquito-borne diseases, the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) on Friday organised a comprehensive awareness programme and public rally at Rainbow High School in Papi Reddy Nagar, as part of its weekly Friday Dry Day initiative.
The event took place in the 248-Venkateswara Nagar Division, Allwyn Colony Circle-51, Kukatpally Zone. Students, local residents, and CMC officials joined together, showing the importance of community involvement in controlling mosquitoes.
Furthermore, senior CMC officials led the awareness drive. Deputy Commissioner Chamundeshwari, Additional Commissioner Venu Gopal Reddy, Zonal Commissioner Mayank Singh, and entomology staff explained how mosquitoes breed and taught ways to prevent diseases.
During the session, Dr. Nagesh, a CMC official, gave a presentation at the school. He described the mosquito life cycle and explained how citizens can help stop breeding. He stressed that simple steps at home can cut down mosquito numbers. “Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water. Check your home for standing water look in flowerpots, birdbaths, buckets, and gutters,” Dr. Nagesh told the audience.
In addition, officials advised residents to protect themselves. They suggested using insect repellents, wearing long sleeves, installing screens, and staying indoors during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
After the indoor session, participants held a rally through the colony. Students carried placards, and residents joined CMC officials to spread the message about mosquito control. Importantly, the rally aimed to reach households directly. Organizers encouraged residents to check their homes for mosquito breeding sites and report problems to CMC. Overall, this program is part of CMC’s weekly Friday Dry Day campaign. Every Friday, officials organize activities to teach communities about mosquito-borne diseases and promote ongoing prevention.
Meanwhile, officials warned that diseases like dengue, Zika, West Nile virus, and chikungunya still pose serious health risks. They said community involvement is key to reducing infections and keeping the environment safe. “Vector-borne diseases are preventable. Working together can lower the risk for our families and neighborhoods,” a CMC official said.
CMC urges all citizens to check their homes and yards often. Cover and clean water containers weekly, and report mosquito breeding to CMC. The corporation also asks residential associations to run similar awareness drives in their neighborhoods.
