Chittagong City Corporation (CCC) has drastically reduced dengue infections—bringing cases down from over 9,000 to just 109—by replacing toxic chemicals with modern, eco-friendly BTI technology. However, CCC Mayor Shahadat Hossain warned on Saturday that sustaining this success requires active public participation.
Speaking as the chief guest at an anti-dengue awareness rally in Chittagong, the Mayor urged residents to take responsibility for their homes by eliminating stagnant water in courtyards, roof gardens, air conditioners, and refrigerator trays.
"It is not possible for the City Corporation to eradicate mosquitoes 100 percent on its own," Mayor Hossain told the attendees.
The event was jointly organized by the CCC and 'Suraksha', a social organization comprising former international development professionals. 'Suraksha' Chairman MM Taimur Hasan presided over the meeting, which focused heavily on prevention over treatment.
Chittagong Civil Surgeon Jahangir Alam, attending as a special guest, briefed the public on the current dengue situation and the city's integrated treatment protocols. Other experts, including Selim Uddin, Head of the Environment Department at Chittagong Polytechnic Institute, emphasized the crucial role of youth in community awareness efforts.
Following the discussion, officials, students, and volunteers led a rally through city streets, distributing informational leaflets on dengue prevention.
To maintain momentum, the CCC and Suraksha announced a joint, month-long anti-dengue campaign that will operate across various city wards and police stations in the coming weeks.
