India, Sept. 11 -- Union minister of health and family welfare, JP Nadda, on Thursday reviewed the current status of dengue and malaria outbreaks in the country, and asked states and Union Territories to remain vigilant.

"The Union health minister reviewed the current dengue and malaria situation in the country with a view to galvanise preventive activities. During the review, the health minister took stock of the current status and key challenges in the prevention and control of dengue and malaria," the ministry said.

Nadda urged states, local bodies, and communities to intensify preventive and control measures, particularly during this high-risk period, to safeguard public health and sustain the gains made in reducing the burden of ve...