"Lucknow Sees Dengue Decline as Climate Alters Mosquito Breeding Patterns"

In 2025, Lucknow witnessed a significant reduction in dengue fever cases, nearly halving from the previous year, highlighting a shift in mosquito breeding patterns due to climate changes.

From January to October 2025, Lucknow reported only 323 cases of dengue fever, a sharp decline of 49% from 636 cases in the same period in 2024.
Historically, September and October have been peak months for dengue fever in Lucknow, with families often struggling to find platelets for their affected relatives.
The district malaria control office attributes the decrease in dengue fever cases to changing climate conditions that are altering mosquito breeding patterns in the region.

Why It Matters

This decline in dengue fever cases is crucial as it suggests effective public health responses and highlights the impact of climate change on disease dynamics. Understanding these trends can aid in future prevention strategies and improve community health outcomes.