He made the remarks on Saturday (June 6) while addressing a dengue prevention and awareness rally organized jointly by the Gazipur District Administration, Gazipur City Corporation, the Civil Surgeon’s Office, and Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Medical College and Hospital.
The event began with a colorful awareness rally from the Deputy Commissioner’s Office premises in the morning. The procession marched through major roads of the city before concluding with a brief gathering at the premises of Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Medical College and Hospital.
Speakers at the event noted that dengue is not an ordinary fever but a potentially life-threatening viral disease. It is transmitted through the bite of female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which breed in clean and stagnant water. They warned that even a small amount of accumulated water can serve as a breeding ground for the mosquito.
Medical experts stressed that prompt treatment is essential for dengue patients. Delayed medical attention may lead to severe complications and even death.
The speakers highlighted three key measures to prevent dengue. First, breeding sites of Aedes mosquitoes must be eliminated. Water should not be allowed to accumulate for more than three days in flower pots, discarded containers, coconut shells, used tires, or rooftop gardens. Second, people should wear clothing that covers most of the body, especially during the morning and late afternoon when Aedes mosquitoes are most active. The use of mosquito nets and repellents was also encouraged. Third, anyone experiencing fever should undergo a dengue test promptly and avoid taking medication without medical advice.
Deputy Commissioner Md. Nurul Karim Bhuiyan urged residents to dedicate at least one day each week to cleaning their homes and surrounding areas.
“Keeping your yard, home, and surroundings clean is entirely your responsibility,” he said.
He further warned, “Failure to fulfill our civic responsibilities will allow dengue-carrying mosquitoes to pose a serious threat to us and our loved ones. Everyone must remain vigilant to ensure that no water is allowed to stagnate anywhere.”
Among those present at the program were Dr. Mamunur Rahman, Dr. Md. Aminul Islam, and Md. Sohel Rana, along with officials from various government and private organizations, public representatives, and local residents.
The speakers emphasized that combating dengue requires a collective effort from individuals, families, and the wider community. They called for increased public awareness and active participation in building a dengue-free Gazipur.
