Dengue situation worsens in N’ganj
Narayanganj’s dengue situation is worsening, with hospitals struggling to accommodate a sharp rise in patients as the district recorded 2,387 cases in the first nine months of this year.
Another 33 people tested positive in the past 24 hours, while overcrowding has become severe at the district’s two government hospitals, with patients being treated on floors and verandahs.
According to the District Civil Surgeon’s Office, Narayanganj recorded 2,398 dengue cases throughout 2025. But in just the first nine months of 2026, the figure has nearly reached last year’s total. September alone saw 193 dengue patients admitted to hospitals, compared with 119 in August and 35 in July.
At the 100-bed Narayanganj General (Victoria) Hospital, the surge has left little room for additional patients. “Dengue patients are putting considerable pressure on the hospital. Since we have only 100 beds, we cannot accommodate everyone in beds. Some patients are being treated on the floor and verandah,” said RMO Nazmul Hasan Bipul.
A visit to the hospital on Thursday found at least 10 patients receiving treatment on the dengue ward’s floor and verandah. Hospital authorities said more than 23 dengue patients were undergoing treatment there.
District Civil Surgeon Dr Sakhawat Hossain said the nationwide rise in dengue cases has put additional pressure on hospitals.
“Victoria Hospital has only 100 beds, so it is not possible to provide beds for all the additional patients. However, treatment is continuing,” he said.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and said dengue prevention requires both government action and greater public awareness.
Mashiur Rahman of the Deobhog Madrasa area has also been receiving treatment on the floor for three days.
“There is no bed available in the ward, so I have to stay on the floor. The heat and other difficulties are uncomfortable, but I have to stay here for treatment,” he said.
Dr Nazmul said dengue infections have increasingly been occurring outside the traditional season in recent years.
“Patients should use mosquito nets, and people need to be more aware of dengue prevention. A mosquito can transmit the virus after biting an infected person,” he said.
Meanwhile, NCC Medical Officer Dr Sheikh Mostafa Ali has contracted dengue and is receiving treatment at home.
NCC Medical Officer Dr Nafiya Islam said the city corporation is conducting regular mosquito-control drives, pesticide spraying and awareness campaigns. Enforcement drives are also being carried out in different areas, with fines imposed where necessary.
Officially, Narayanganj has reported no dengue deaths this year. However, several district residents have reportedly died while undergoing treatment in Dhaka hospitals.
Among them was Abu Chhiddik, 58, a chainman at the Rupganj Upazila Land Office, who died in Dhaka on August 28.
