
Govt plans to develop anti-dengue drug within 5 years
Dengue is one of the most fatal infections that wreak havoc every year across the country. India sees frequent outbreaks of vector-borne disease, especially during the monsoon season. Last year, India reported 1,64,103 cases of dengue, according to union minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Every year, hundreds of people die due to this mosquito infection in the country. Therefore, research between a government institute and a non-profit is aiming to develop a safe, affordable, and effective treatment for dengue fever within five years, a report by the Hindustan Times, Livemint sister publication claimed.