Goa tourism faces threat as malaria cases peak

In 1988, the worst year for Goa as far as malaria was concerned, the State recorded 6,700 cases. Then for sometime it looked like the disease was contained. But last year again the disease returned with a vengeance, recording close to 5,000 cases and half a dozen deaths.

As things stand the current year could well see a further spurt as during the last five months 5,000 cases of malaria are already recorded, even though the monsoon when malaria cases reach a peak has just begun.

State Chief Malaria Control officer Dr J Parob told The Indian Express that there has been no letup in the drive against malaria but says if it has to be more effective, cooperation of other State agencies, including panchayats, is needed.