55 new cases of Dengue reported

By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, Oct 3 : The Dengue outbreak in Manipur shows no signs of abating, with health authorities reporting 55 fresh cases in the past 24 hours.
Of these, a staggering 47 cases (85.45 per cent) originated from Imphal West district alone, underscoring the district's continued vulnerability amid the surge in vector-borne diseases.
District wise, Imphal West reported 47 cases, Imphal East (1), Thoubal (3), Bishnupur (3) and Tamenglong (1), and this latest update brings the State's cumulative Dengue tally for 2025 to 1,619 confirmed cases, according to data from the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Manipur.
Imphal West so far has reported 1188 cases this year which accounts for 73.38 per cent of the  total cases.
Other than Jiribam and Pherzawl, all other districts have reported confirmed Dengue cases viz Imphal West (1188), Imphal East (227), Thoubal (57), Bish-nupur (42), Kakching (38), Senapati (17), Ukhrul (16), Chandel (10), Kamjong (8), Tamenglong (6), Noney (4), Chura-chandpur (3), Tengnoupal (2) and Kangpokpi (1). One Dengue related death was reported from Bishnupur this year.
According to experts, Dengue mosquitoes breed in fresh water that accumulates in various household and outdoor containers, such as flower vases, broken utensils, unused tires, and even refrigerator trays.
These areas provide an ideal breeding ground for the Aedes mosquito, which spreads Dengue fever.
To prevent breeding, it is crucial to cover water containers, and frequently clean and dry containers.
People are also advised to wear full-sleeved clothings and long dresses to cover the body as much as possible, use mosquito repellents during the daytime, as Aedes mosquitoes primarily bite during the day.