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Karnataka Declares Dengue Fever as Epidemic Amid 25,408 Cases Surge

Sep 3, 2024, 11:24 AM

The Karnataka government has declared dengue fever, including its severe forms, as an epidemic disease under the Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Act, 2020. This decision comes after the state reported an unprecedented 25,408 cases of dengue this year. The government will impose fines on house and shop owners who fail to take preventive measures. The declaration, announced by @dineshgrao and DHFWKA, aims to curb the rising number of cases and ensure better management of the disease.