Assam is facing a worrying rise in dengue and Japanese Encephalitis (JE) cases, prompting health authorities to ramp up preventive measures across the state. The surge is being attributed to monsoon-related conditions, with stagnant water creating ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes that spread these vector-borne diseases.
Over 200 confirmed cases of dengue and several JE infections have been reported in recent weeks, particularly from districts like Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tinsukia, Kamrup (Metro), Barpeta, and Sivasagar. While dengue cases are primarily rising in urban areas such as Guwahati and Dibrugarh, JE cases are being reported more frequently in rural and upper Assam regions.
In response, the Assam government has launched large-scale fogging, anti-larvae drives, and awareness campaigns urging the public to eliminate stagnant water, use mosquito repellents, and adopt protective measures. Health Minister Keshab Mahanta has called for community cooperation, stressing that preventing mosquito breeding is a shared responsibility.
Special medical teams have been deployed, and fever clinics in government hospitals are being strengthened to handle the spike in cases. Rapid response units are also actively tracing and treating suspected infections. The state has resumed Japanese Encephalitis vaccination drives in high-risk districts to curb further spread.
Japanese Encephalitis, a mosquito-borne viral infection affecting the brain, has proven deadly in past years. In 2023 alone, the disease claimed over 40 lives in Assam. Doctors have urged the public to be cautious and seek medical attention in case of high fever, severe headaches, muscle pain, vomiting, or confusion &mdash; symptoms associated with both dengue and JE.
As monsoon rains continue, health authorities are closely monitoring the situation. While the government steps up its containment efforts, public awareness and early medical intervention remain crucial in preventing a wider outbreak.

Assam is facing a worrying rise in dengue and Japanese Encephalitis (JE) cases

State ramps up fogging, vaccinations, and awareness drives as infections spread across districts

Dengue, JE Cases Surge in Assam Amid Monsoon Season

State ramps up fogging, vaccinations, and awareness drives as infections spread across districts

June 27, 2025 | 15:16 IST