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Written By: Poorva Chavan | Published : February 19, 2015 5:02 PM IST
Mamata Banerjee has accused the Centre of neglecting Bengal's contribution to the Ayushman Bharat scheme (File pic)
Now we know exactly why the government has not been able to curb the spread of swine flu that has crippled India all this while. Ignorant and disinterested lawmakers to be one of the major reasons.
NDTV reported the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, saying that swine flu 'mostly' happens due to mosquito bites. Health experts who have been blaming the lack of awareness among citizens for the rampant spread of the virus need first create awareness among their higher ups. (Read: Mamata Banerjee wants an AIIMS in West Bengal)
NDTV also reported Mamta Bannerjee saying at a press conference, 'For swine flu we are taking all action, we have even kept ready isolated beds, for action as you all know it is nowadays a free earth, all human beings are travelling from here to there, it mostly happens from mosquito bites and various other reasons, to heal the disease is not possible for me, but to get it nicely treated is our duty on humanitarian grounds...' (Read: 10 facts about swine flu you should know)
This statement is not only irresponsible but also showcases the disinterest and lack of awareness of our ministers.
The swine flu situation in the country is worsening with the number of deaths and positive cases increasing by the minute. Over 670 people have died to the virus in the country so far and the state of Rajasthan has been worst affected. We not only need stringent measures like effective screening and efficient treatment to curb the diseases but also create awareness on how the disease and spread. And mind you it's not due to a mosquito bite! (Read:Close to 200 deaths in Rajasthan due to swine flu, 15 lakh Tamiflu tablets distributed)
Image source: India.com
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