Health teams will conduct survey in every village: Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh

September 10, 2025

Cabinet Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Tuesday reviewed the healthcare facilities in the flood-affected areas, stressing the need for robust medical support and proactive measures to protect people from rainwater-borne diseases. During a meeting with representatives of the district administration, health department, Municipal Corporation, Indian Medical Association, and various NGOs at the local Circuit House, the Cabinet Minister discussed the threats of vector-borne diseases with MLA Sarvjit Kaur Manuke of Jagraon Assembly Constituency.

Dr Balbir Singh highlighted the potential threats of dengue, malaria, fever, skin infections, and stomach ailments due to widespread waterlogging and increased mosquito breeding. To tackle these threats, he announced that health teams will conduct door-to-door surveys in every village of Punjab once the water recedes, creating awareness about the necessary health measures.

The Health Minister also directed the Municipal Corporation and Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department to carry out fogging in the affected areas to prevent potential diseases. The Cabinet Minister also urged social organizations and the IMA to take up the matter. He called upon the people to voluntarily adopt and serve the flood-affected families, which he termed as the true service of humanity in these difficult times. He reaffirmed the 24/7 efforts of the Punjab Government to protect public health and called for collective action to overcome the challenges.

Additionally, he also highlighted the landmark decisions of the Punjab Government, including a compensation of Rs. 20,000 per acre for farmers due to crop loss, a policy allowing riverbank farmers to extract and sell sand without a permit, and other welfare measures. After the meeting, Dr Balbir Singh flagged off a new ambulance to strengthen emergency services in flood-affected communities.