India, April 26 -- State reported 33 cases of cholera this year, most in April; health department to conduct awareness campaigns, ensure supply of medicines, clean water

As temperatures soar across the state, health authorities in Karnataka are on high alert over a potential surge in cholera cases.

The state has reported 33 confirmed cases of cholera as of April 23. As many as 17 were reported from within the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike limits, 14 of them between April 1 and 21.

The Bengaluru Urban District reported 10 cases this year, including eight in April alone; Mysuru district reported three cases in April; Kolar and Koppal districts each reported one case this year.

In response to the looming threat, Commissioner D Rande...