Dhaka, Jan. 31 -- Dhaka is facing an unprecedented mosquito crisis as Culex mosquitoes multiply at alarming rates, turning what was once a seasonal nuisance into a year-round public health emergency.

Despite significant financial allocations and mosquito control efforts, the situation continues to deteriorate, leaving residents frustrated and vulnerable to life-threatening diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya.

Dengue Cases Soar

In 2024 alone, Bangladesh recorded 101,214 dengue cases and 575 deaths, with Dhaka bearing the brunt of the outbreak.

While authorities claim to be working to control the spread, mosquito infestations in homes, offices, and public spaces have only worsened. Many residents report that mosquito control ...