Amid a rise in acute diarrhoeal cases in Dabolim, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane assured that the situation is under “active surveillance,” with multiple agencies working on the ground to contain the outbreak. The spike in cases has raised concerns among residents, prompting swift intervention by state health authorities.
Rane said coordinated action has been initiated involving teams from the DHS, SDH Chicalim, and PHC Cortalim, along with support from the FDA and PWD. Authorities have intensified house-to-house surveillance, inspecting water sources and surrounding areas to identify possible contamination points.
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Awareness drives are also being conducted, urging residents to follow necessary precautions such as consuming boiled water and maintaining hygiene. The minister подчеркed that all affected individuals are being closely monitored, with timely medical care and guidance provided by health teams.
He further stated that active case search operations will continue, with referrals being made wherever required. ORS support and accessibility to treatment have been ensured, while water samples are being tested to trace the root cause.
Rane added that the government remains committed to safeguarding public health and ensuring that every affected citizen receives proper care as efforts continue to bring the situation under control.
