Karachi is experiencing a sharp increase in dengue cases following recent monsoon rains. The city’s poor sanitation, stagnant water, and limited fumigation have amplified mosquito breeding, prompting concerns over a public health crisis.
According to the Sindh Health Department, 260 dengue cases have been reported in Karachi so far this year, representing nearly 90% of the 295 cases recorded in the entire province. This rise coincides with 547 malaria cases being documented in the city. Meanwhile, over 65,000 malaria and 295 dengue cases have been reported across Sindh as of 2025 .
A 24-year-old man became the first dengue fatality of the year in Sindh. He died at the Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital after suffering critically low platelet counts of just 32,000 while on a ventilator. Health experts warn that dengue can cause severe fever, headache, rash, and dangerously low platelet levels, especially during the monsoon season.
Doctors are urging residents to take preventive steps—such as removing standing water, using mosquito repellents, and keeping windows and doors shut—to curb mosquito breeding. Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital’s Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed advised people to remain vigilant and seek immediate treatment if they experience symptoms.
As health officials work on strenghtening fumigation efforts and raise awareness, the public is also urged to contribute by maintaining cleanliness. With the monsoon rains likely to continue, authorities stress that timely action is essential to prevent more infections and save lives.