Dengue cases rise in Koshi, Jhapa records highest number
Summary
Dengue infections are rising in Koshi Province, with Jhapa recording the highest number of cases at 228. Health officials have urged campaigns to locate and destroy mosquito breeding sites as infections spread across 13 districts.
Key Points
- Koshi Province has confirmed 793 dengue cases across 13 districts as of September 19, 2026.
- Jhapa recorded the highest number of cases with 228, followed by Sunsari with 203.
- Hospitals also reported 51 probable and two suspected dengue patients during the same period.
- Health officials have called for campaigns to destroy mosquito breeding sites as the risk grows.
