Hyderabad, April 25 -- On the occasion of World Malaria Day 2026, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) intensified its efforts to raise awareness and prevent the spread of malaria across the city.

Observed on April 25 under the theme "Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.", the civic body conducted a series of awareness campaigns, rallies, and outreach programmes in various localities. Officials said the initiative aims to educate citizens about the causes, symptoms, and preventive measures related to malaria.

Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by Plasmodium parasites and spreads through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Common symptoms include high fever, chills, sweating, headache, and fatigue.

As part ...