India, April 25 -- Gautam Budh Nagar district administration and health authorities will conduct awareness drives across schools, urban local bodies and residential areas on April 25 to mark World Malaria Day, focusing on prevention and community participation.

Officials said government and private schools have been asked to hold awareness sessions during morning assemblies. Students will be informed about malaria symptoms and ways to prevent mosquito breeding.

Health department officials said students will also take a "Malaria Warriors" pledge, committing to identify and eliminate mosquito breeding spots in their homes and neighbourhoods.

"The global theme for 2026 is 'Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We Must.' The campaign aims...