Mysuru
The 2026 National Deworming Campaign was observed in Mysuru district by the District Administration, Zilla Panchayat and the Department of Health and Family Welfare with the objective of ensuring better health for children and creating a worm-free society.
National Deworming Day was observed today at the Krishnaraja Hall premises of the former Maharaja’s College postgraduate school section. Under the campaign, Albendazole tablets will be administered to children aged between 1 and 19 years at all Anganwadi centres and government and government-aided schools and colleges in the district. A total of 2,936 Anganwadi centres and 3,115 schools and colleges have been identified across the district’s seven taluks, with a target of administering the tablets to 7,43,449 children. Worm infestation spreads mainly through poor sanitation, contaminated hands and contact with contaminated soil. Worms consume blood and essential nutrients in the body, which can lead to anaemia and malnutrition. This can adversely affect children’s intellectual development, cause vitamin-A deficiency and lead to physical weakness. Severe infestation may result in frequent illness, difficulty concentrating in school and reduced attendance at schools and Anganwadi centres.
Children should keep their fingernails short and clean and maintain personal hygiene. Cleanliness should be maintained around homes, and safe drinking water and properly covered food should be used.
The District Health and Family Welfare Department has appealed to the public, elected representatives, religious leaders and voluntary organisations to actively participate in the campaign and help ensure that Albendazole tablets reach all children aged 1–19 years.
A Mop-Up Day will be observed on August 17 to administer tablets to children who may have missed the dose.
District Health and Family Welfare Officer Dr. Mohan K. stated this in a press release.
