National Dengue Day 2026: May 16 theme and background
Why in the news
India marked National Dengue Day on May 16, 2026, urging people to take part in stopping the spread of dengue through mosquito control.
Key facts
- Date: May 16, 2026, observed nationwide.
- Theme 2026: Community Participation for Dengue Control: Check, Clean and Cover.
- Initiated by: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in 2010.
- Focus: dengue prevention and mosquito control.
About the day
- It is a public health awareness day run at national level.
- The message stresses community action rather than only government action.
Exam angle
- Date: May 16; ministry: Health and Family Welfare.
- Year the observance started: 2010.
- Theme keywords: Check, Clean, Cover.