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April rains drive a dengue surge in Delhi with mosquito breeding exploding across neighborhoods
India
Published on 6 May 2026
Over half of this year’s dengue cases landed after April
Delhi is grappling with a fast-rising dengue outbreak as April’s erratic rains leave behind stagnant water that fuels mosquito breeding. Reports say more than half of the year’s dengue cases have already been recorded since April began, prompting civic agencies to step up anti-larval and control measures. Authorities are also monitoring malaria and chikungunya alongside dengue.
- Erratic April rainfall is linked to a spike in Delhi dengue cases
- Stagnant water is creating ideal conditions for mosquito breeding
- Civic agencies are intensifying mosquito control and prevention drives
- Malaria and chikungunya are being tracked along with dengue
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