Ganderbal, May 24 -- Health Department Ganderbal has reported a rise in cases of Viral Meningitis in several areas of the district, prompting intensified surveillance and alerts to educational institutions in the Kangan belt.

According to an official communication issued by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Ganderbal, cases have been reported from Beila, Wussan, Haripora, Angipora and adjoining villages in Block Kangan.

The communication stated that on May 12, four patients were admitted to District Hospital Ganderbal, while four others from different areas of the district were shifted to Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences for treatment.

Health authorities cautioned that the number of cases could increase further....