16 out of 27 Arunachal districts malaria-free: Official

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16out of the 27 districts in Arunachal Pradesh have been declared malaria-free, a health official said.

Speaking at the World Malaria Day 2025 celebrations organised by the National Centre for Vector Borne Disease Control (NCVBDC) at Naharlagun on Friday, Health Services deputy director Dr. KT Mulung praised the tireless efforts of health workers, community volunteers and field staff who made it possible.Dr.Mulung, who is also the NCVBDC state programme officer, reiterated the department’s commitment to achieving a malaria-free Arunachal Pradesh by 2027.