As per reports, there has been a rise in suspected dengue cases in Dharbandora and Ponda taluka (administrative division), with as many as 12 suspected cases being recorded in the health centres of Betki-Khandola, Piliem, Marcaim, and Ponda.

In the last few days, four suspected dengue cases each have been reported at the Betki-Khandola Primary Health Centre (PHC) and Piliem PHC. Besides, two cases each have been recorded at the Marcaim and Ponda health centres.