World Malaria Day 2025: NMMC Launches Awareness Drive Across Schools And Public Spaces, Spreading Mosquito-Borne Disease Prevention Tips

By Admin

26 Apr, 2025

Every year, World Malaria Day brings global attention to the fight against one of the most persistent and deadly mosquito-borne diseases. In 2025, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) took a dynamic step forward by launching a massive awareness campaign under this year’s theme — “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite.”

Reaching Thousands Through Education

To mark the occasion, NMMC organized a large-scale awareness drive targeting both young minds and the general public. The campaign successfully reached 4,740 students and hundreds of citizens across Navi Mumbai. Students from Classes 7 to 10 in 26 schools were given hands-on training and demonstrations on identifying mosquito larvae and recognizing potential breeding grounds of Anopheles (malaria carriers) and Aedes (dengue carriers) mosquitoes. The goal was clear: empower students to take preventive action in their own homes and neighborhoods.

Morning Rallies for a Healthier Tomorrow

To amplify the message, three morning rallies were conducted from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM in Karave, Shiravane, and Ghansoli, engaging 370 students. These young health ambassadors marched with slogans and placards, urging citizens to eliminate stagnant water and prevent mosquito breeding.

Creative Outreach in Public Spaces

The initiative extended to busy public areas. Street plays were held at Nerul, Vashi, and Airoli public hospitals, engaging outpatients and visitors through storytelling and interactive awareness methods. Notably, students from Dr. D.Y. Patil Nursing College also performed at Ryan International School, Nerul, using creative approaches to educate younger students about disease prevention.

A Broader Platform for Awareness

From April 25 to 27, a special awareness camp is being hosted at the CIDCO Exhibition Centre, coinciding with the Maharashtra State Radiologists Association's international conference. This platform enables the dissemination of critical information to a wider audience, particularly professionals in the healthcare and medical fields.

NMMC’s Call for Collective Action

NMMC Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde stressed the importance of community involvement in stopping the spread of malaria and dengue. He advised residents to cover water containers, dispose of scrap, and eliminate stagnant water sources, especially in residential areas. “Mosquitoes breed in clean, stagnant water often found in household settings. Only through collective efforts can we effectively combat these diseases,” he said.

Conclusion

World Malaria Day 2025 in Navi Mumbai was not just a symbolic event but a powerful community-driven initiative. Through school programs, public rallies, hospital plays, and awareness camps, NMMC is setting a benchmark for proactive public health engagement. The message is loud and clear — “Malaria Ends With Us.”