National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme In India

Hii sir, I Wants to Know About the Vectors of Malaria Describe by the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme ?

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Directorate of National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) is the central nodal agency for the prevention and control of vector borne diseases i.e. Malaria, Dengue, Lymphatic Filariasis, Kala-azar, Japanese Encephalitis and Chikungunya

VECTORS OF MALARIA

There are many vectors of malaria
Anopheles culicifacies is the main vector of malaria
It is a small to medium sized mosquito with Culex like sitting posture
1. Feeding habits
It is a zoophilic species
When high densities build up relatively large numbers feed on men

2. Resting habits
Rests during daytime in human dwellings and cattlesheds

3. Breeding places
Breeds in rainwater pools and puddles, borrowpits, river bed pools, irrigation channels, seepages, rice fields, wells, pond margins, sluggish streams with sandy margins. Extensive breeding is generally encountered following monsoon rains.

4. Biting time
Biting time of each vector species is determined by its generic character, but can be readily influenced by environmental conditions.
Most of the vectors, including Anopheles culicifacies, start biting soon after dusk. Therefore, biting starts much earlier in winter than in summer but the peak time varies from species to species.

Contact Details :

Directorate Of National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP)
22, SHAM NATH MARG, DELHI - 110054
(Landmark : I.P. College, Near Civil Line Metro Station)
PHONE # 9101123967745, 23967780