Dengue Cases Reported Among Unity Parade Personnel In Gandhinagar; 34 Hospitalised, 14 Test Positive
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Health authorities have launched intensified surveillance after several personnel from central security forces preparing for the National Unity Day parade developed fever and other symptoms, with 34 admitted to Gandhinagar Civil Hospital and 14 testing positive for dengue.
The personnel had arrived in Gandhinagar for preparations for the National Unity Day parade scheduled to be held at the Statue of Unity on October 31.
Over 70 Personnel Seek Medical Treatment
More than 70 personnel staying in temporary accommodation in Sectors 28 and 29 were brought to the OPD of Gandhinagar Civil Hospital over the past three days after developing health problems.
According to the available information, many had developed high fever and body aches over the previous three to four days.
Of those who reported to the hospital, 34 were admitted because of the severity of their symptoms.
Blood tests confirmed dengue in 14 of the admitted personnel, while reports for the remaining patients were awaited.
Around 6,000 Personnel In Gandhinagar
Around 6,000 personnel and officers from central security forces and police forces from different states have gathered in Gandhinagar for the National Unity Day parade.
The personnel have been undergoing intensive parade training and practice sessions at GIFT City every morning.
After training, many of them have been staying temporarily in government quarters that are currently under construction in the Sector 28 and Sector 29 areas.
Health Department Steps Up Surveillance
Following the reports of dengue and fever, the local administration and health authorities have stepped up surveillance in the affected areas.
Fogging and other preventive measures have been initiated to control mosquito breeding and reduce the risk of further transmission.
Officials are also monitoring personnel who developed symptoms and those who remain in the temporary accommodation.
The affected personnel reportedly include members from states such as Delhi, Chhattisgarh and Kerala.
With thousands of security personnel currently gathered in Gandhinagar for the parade, health authorities are keeping a close watch on the situation to prevent further cases among the participating forces as well as the local population.
