The Uttar Pradesh government has officially rolled out a massive 15-day health and sanitation drive across the state starting today, April 1, 2026. Aimed at protecting citizens from seasonal diseases and improving public hygiene, this high-priority campaign involves multiple departments working in tandem to reach every household from Lucknow to the remotest villages.The Dastak Campaign: A Door-to-Door StrategyA central pillar of this initiative is the 'Dastak' Campaign, where frontline health workers, including ASHA and Anganwadi workers, will visit homes to identify individuals showing symptoms of vector-borne diseases. The focus is on early detection of Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya, and Encephalitis. Officials have been instructed to ensure that any suspected cases are immediately referred to the nearest health centers for testing and treatment.Strict Instructions for Sanitation and FoggingChief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued stern directives to the Urban Development and Panchayati Raj departments to intensify cleanliness drives. Key instructions given to district officials include:Anti-Larva Spraying: Systematic fogging and chemical spraying in high-risk areas to prevent mosquito breeding.Water Stagnation Control: Immediate cleaning of choked drains and removal of stagnant water from public spaces.Clean Drinking Water: Testing of water sources to prevent the spread of water-borne illnesses like Cholera and Diarrhea.Public Awareness and School InvolvementThe campaign isn't just about government action; it’s about public participation. Schools and local community centers are being utilized to spread awareness about "Dry Days" (emptying coolers and pots once a week) and the importance of using mosquito nets. Officials are tasked with organizing 'Prabhat Pheris' (morning processions) and digital awareness programs to educate the youth on preventive healthcare.Monitoring and AccountabilityTo ensure the success of this 15-day mission, a robust monitoring system has been put in place. Senior nodal officers have been assigned to various districts to oversee the ground-level execution. Daily progress reports are to be submitted to the state headquarters, and any negligence in sanitation or medical supply chains will face immediate administrative action.
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