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Chandigarh: A regional review meeting of
malaria and other vector-borne diseases is being organized in Chandigarh with the participation of programme officers from 15 states, UTs, representatives of various civic bodies and associations like the IMA.
The meeting is aimed at discussing state implementation plan of malaria and other vector-borne diseases for 2018-2019. The target is to eliminate malaria by 2030 in a phased manner from the 15 participating states by 2020.
Consultations among various stakeholders will strengthen strategic implementation of programme components. Strengthening of vector control response was also emphasized.
Organised by National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), Government of India with the
World Health Organization, the meeting was inaugurated on June 6 by Dr P K Sen, director, NVBDCP, in the presence of senior officials of the department of health, Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh.
Dr Nicole Seaguy, team lead, Communicable diseases and Dr Roop Kumari, National Professional Officer, WHO India Office were also present. Dr G Deewan, director, health services, Chandigarh presided over the function.
The target is to eliminate malaria by 2030 in a phased manner from the 15 participating states by 2020