Mass screening and treatment exercise completed.
As per the operational plan of MEDP and recommendations from the 3rd Malaria Elimination Advisory Group (MEAG) meeting held in New Delhi, the mass screening and treatment (MSAT) exercise in two blocks of Mandla was initiated as per the approved MSAT protocol of ICMR NIRTH Jabalpur. Technicians from NIRTH visited Mandla and supported the exercise on-ground. The coverage of target population was at 97.8% against the desired target of >80%. From each tested individual (11454), all three samples (RDT, Blood Slide, Filter Paper) were attempted. We have been able to collect all three samples from more than 98% individuals. Zero positive cases found in low API category (Narayanganj) and 7 positive cases found in high API category (Mawai). Amongst the 7 cases, 6 were asymptomatic, 4 were Pf, 3 were Pv. In terms of migration, 4 were introduced cases, 3 were indigenous in origin. The MSAT data is maintained separately and is not included in the regular surveillance reports