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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has instructed health officials to uphold the current protocol for waterborne disease management in vulnerable areas until Dusshera, even as cases of diarrhoea and cholera show signs of decline in six districts. The directive comes in response to a recent outbreak that has claimed 13 lives and affected nearly 3,900 people across districts including Jajpur and Cuttack.
According to an official statement, 3,543 patients have recovered, while 254 cases remain under treatment. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining medical services from primary health centres to medical colleges, and urged for continued preventive measures in high-risk regions. Inspections and sanitisation processes are actively being carried out to curb further spread, with a strong focus on raising public awareness about hygiene and safe water practices.
The state’s proactive approach aims to ensure that the decline in cases does not lead to complacency, especially with the upcoming Dusshera festivities, which could increase population movement and the risk of disease transmission.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article is based on official statements and publicly available data as of June 2025. The situation may evolve, and readers are encouraged to refer to updates from government health authorities for the latest information1.
