What is the current status of malaria infection in Tripura, India
Investigate the current number of people infected with malaria in Tripura, India.
- According to the National Vector Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP), Tripura reported over 3,700 malaria cases in 2020.
- The number of malaria cases has shown a steep rise in 2021, with around 1,100 cases reported in the first two months of the year.
- One of the major reasons for the increase in malaria cases is the rise in temperature and humidity levels, providing suitable breeding conditions for mosquitoes.
- Several districts in Tripura have been identified as 'high-risk' areas for malaria infection, including West Tripura, Gomati, Sepahijala, and South Tripura districts.
- The Tripura government has launched several awareness campaigns and measures to control the spread of malaria, including distribution of mosquito nets, fogging operations, and the use of anti-malarial drugs.
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