Ganderbal, May 23,: Health authorities in Ganderbal have reported an increase in Viral Meningitis cases in several areas of the district, prompting medical surveillance, field visits, and an alert to educational institutions to monitor and report symptomatic cases.
An official communication issued by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Ganderbal said cases of Viral Meningitis have been reported from Beila, Wussan, Haripora, Angipora and adjoining villages in Block Kangan, where affected patients were admitted to hospitals for treatment.
The communication, addressed to the Chief Education Officer Ganderbal, stated that on May 12, 2026, four patients were admitted to District Hospital Ganderbal, while four more patients from different areas of the district were admitted to SKIMS Soura Srinagar for treatment. The document cautioned that the number of cases may increase further.
The health department said its Rapid Response Team, along with local health staff, immediately visited affected areas and carried out Information, Education and Communication (IEC) activities aimed at prevention and containment of the disease.
As part of the response, schools attended by affected children were also visited and advised to remain vigilant and promptly report any new symptomatic cases.
Schools mentioned in the communication include Islamic Revival School Kangan, Government Primary School Shah Mohalla Wussan, Evergreen School Nunner Ganderbal, Hanfia School Watlar, Tiny Hearts School Ganderbal and Haji Baba School Al Kangan.
The CMO has sought necessary directions through the Chief Education Officer to all government and private educational institutions in the district to closely monitor the situation and immediately inform health authorities about any suspected or symptomatic cases.
The official communication was also marked to the Mission Director NHM J&K, Director Health Services Kashmir and Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal. – [KNT]
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