Karnataka government monitors epidemic diseases including Ebola, malaria, dengue, and COVID-19
The Karnataka state government is actively monitoring epidemic diseases such as malaria, dengue, and COVID-19, while maintaining strict vigilance for Ebola. Health Minister U.T. Khader chaired a review meeting on July 20, 2026, where it was reported that passengers arriving from African countries including Congo and Uganda are being screened and sampled. No Ebola cases have been detected among arrivals, and about 150 passengers have completed the mandatory 21-day quarantine. The state is also watching border districts near Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for potential COVID-19 transmission. Officials noted that epidemic disease cases are lower this year compared to last year, with malaria down 70% and dengue down 33%, and no COVID-19 deaths since January 2026. The government is hiring contract doctors for Primary Health Centres in Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, and Chamarajanagar districts where posts are vacant. Drug availability across the state was found satisfactory.
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