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BAGERHAT, Sept 12, 2026 (BSS) - A three-month cleanliness and mosquito-control campaign has been launched in Bagerhat to raise public awareness and prevent the spread of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.

The Bagerhat Municipality organised a rally and cleanliness drive on Saturday as part of the nationwide 'Dengue Prevention and Cleanliness Campaign-2026'.

Deputy Commissioner Golam Md. Baten attended the programme as the chief guest. Additional Deputy Commissioner and Bagerhat Municipal Administrator Mejbah Uddin, Additional Superintendent of Police Mohidur Rahman, Red Crescent Unit Secretary Mahabubur Rahman and Fire Service Station Officer Shakil Ahmed were also present.

An awareness rally was brought out through key roads of Bagerhat town. Participants destroyed potential Aedes mosquito breeding sites, sprayed mosquito-control chemicals and urged residents to keep their surroundings clean and remove stagnant water.

Meanwhile, a three-month integrated cleanliness programme was inaugurated under the leadership of Bagerhat Sadar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Shahnaz Parvin Bithi. The initiative will strengthen cleanliness activities at government offices, educational institutions and public places.

Speaking at the programme, Deputy Commissioner Golam Md. Baten urged residents to keep their homes and surroundings clean and take an active role in dengue prevention.

"Do not rely solely on government initiatives. Keep your home and yard clean and make others aware," he said.

He also called for weekly cleanliness drives at government offices and educational institutions to ensure a cleaner environment and reduce the risk of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.

The district administration said regular cleaning, destruction of mosquito breeding grounds and sustained public awareness are essential to effectively prevent dengue.

It added that coordinated efforts by individuals, families, educational institutions, government and private organisations, and the local administration are needed to curb mosquito-borne diseases.