Health authorities have sounded the alarm over a significant rise in dengue infections across the country, with confirmed cases this year reaching 35,228 — reflecting an increase of approximately 30 to 40 percent compared to the corresponding period last year.
According to the National Dengue Control Unit, the Western Province has emerged as the most affected region, while the Colombo District continues to record the highest number of infections nationwide.
In response to the growing public health concern, the Ministry of Health has announced a special islandwide mosquito control programme to be conducted on June 8, 9 and 10. The operation is set to cover 74 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions across 14 districts identified as vulnerable to disease transmission.
Authorities said the campaign will be carried out with the assistance of the Sri Lanka Police and the Sri Lanka Armed Forces, focusing particularly on areas recognised as dengue hotspots.
Officials also warned that the operation will extend beyond awareness and prevention efforts, with enforcement measures expected during inspections. These include the issuance of red notices and legal action against individuals found maintaining premises that support mosquito breeding.
The intensified response comes as health authorities seek to contain the spread of dengue and reduce the risk of further escalation in affected communities.
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