Hyderabad, July 6 -- As monsoon sets in, Telangana health minister, C Damodar Raja Narasimha on Saturday, July 5, called anti-larval operations across the state.

He instructed GHMC officials to appoint special officers for GHMC zones where the severity of diseases is high. Narasimha suggested that the health secretary conduct a review with collectors regarding the control of seasonal diseases.

Reviewing preparedness for the monsoon season, Narasimha stressed focusing more on tribal areas and coordination with the Integrated Tribal Development Agencies (ITDA). Officials were asked to ensure that medical staff working at the field level conduct door-to-door surveys and take measures to raise awareness among the public.

The minister order...