Centre lauds Hyderabad model for controlling vector-borne diseases
Hyderabad: The Government of India praised Hyderabad for effectively controlling vector-borne diseases during the National Review Meeting of Metropolitan Surveillance Units held in Nagpur. Officials cited the city as a successful urban model.
GHMC Commissioner R. V. Karnan presented Hyderabad’s dengue control strategy at the meeting. He explained how the city sharply reduced dengue cases in 2025 by strengthening disease surveillance and response systems.
According to Karnan, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation adopted a technology-driven approach to monitor and control vector-borne diseases. The civic body relied on real-time data and rapid field action to curb the spread.
He highlighted the use of the Vector Borne Diseases (VBD) App. The platform combines GIS-based dashboards with live data updates. As a result, officials could quickly identify hotspots and deploy ground teams without delay.
Union government officials said Hyderabad’s model showed the value of data-led decisions and strong coordination. They noted close collaboration between public health, sanitation and urban governance departments.
Model praised at national review
The Centre especially appreciated how officials converted surveillance data into actionable intelligence. This approach helped prevent dengue and other diseases in densely populated areas.
Health officials said other metropolitan cities could replicate Hyderabad’s strategy. They added that the model strengthens early detection, rapid response and long-term prevention of diseases.
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