According to the Government of India, the country has witnessed 84 per cent reduction in malaria cases in 2020 as compared to 2015.
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan declared this while chairing the Reaching Zero forum on malaria elimination to celebrate World Malaria Day through video conference.
In 2020, as many as 116 districts in the Country reported zero malaria cases and congratulated all the States and districts concerned, and all the health officials & organizations that helped India attain this remarkable feat.
Zero Malaria target
He said, over 83 per cent reduction in deaths has also been reported in 2020. Every year, 25th April is observed as World Malaria Day. This year’s theme for the day is Reaching the Zero Malaria target.
World Malaria Day
Every year, 25th April is observed as ‘World Malaria Day’. This year’s theme for the day is “Reaching the Zero Malaria target.’’
