Malaria in Meghalaya: Entomological Perspective

This book offers an in-depth analysis of the ongoing malaria control efforts in India, focusing on the historical evolution of strategies and the challenges faced in combating the disease. Beginning with the introduction of the Modified Plan of Operation (MPO) in 1977, the text examines key interventions such as insecticide spraying, the emergence of Plasmodium falciparum, and the role of coal mining in malaria outbreaks. The book further explores eco-friendly vector control measures, community participation, and innovative methods like Insecticide Impregnated Bed Nets and Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACT). It also details the shifting focus from malaria eradication to the comprehensive National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) and provides an overview of the state’s evolving strategies from 1995 to 2016.

Malaria remains a significant public health challenge in India, despite decades of control efforts. This book traces the evolution of India's malaria control strategies, starting with the Modified Plan of Operation (MPO) in 1977, which focused on reducing morbidity and mortality. The study highlights key developments such as the shift from P. vivax to P. falciparum, eco-friendly vector control, and the introduction of ACT and Insecticide Impregnated Bed Nets. The book examines various milestones, including the 1995 Malaria Action Plan (MAP), the 2005 Intensified Malaria Control Project, and the 2016 National Framework for Malaria Elimination, emphasizing the critical role of community involvement and evolving drug and vector control strategies.

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