Dhaka, Sep 24 (NationPress) In the last 24 hours, five individuals have succumbed to dengue in Bangladesh, as reported until 8 AM (local time) on Wednesday. This unfortunate rise brings the total death toll for 2025 to 187, according to local media outlets.

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has indicated that three of these deaths occurred in the Dhaka South City Corporation, while the remaining two were in the Dhaka North City Corporation area. In the past day alone, a total of 668 patients have been hospitalized, which elevates the overall number of dengue cases to 43,841, as reported by The Daily Star.

Currently, there are 2,016 dengue patients receiving care in various hospitals across Bangladesh. It's noteworthy that 575 fatalities were recorded due to dengue in 2024.

On September 23, the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) introduced its Dengue Dashboard, an innovative monitoring tool designed to enhance the response to outbreaks. Developed by the DNCC Innovation Lab in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), this dashboard aims to facilitate timely interventions and bolster public awareness regarding dengue prevention, as reported by United News of Bangladesh.

Administrator of DNCC, Mohammad Azaz, stated, "The Dengue Watch dashboard is not merely a tool; it signifies a shift towards transforming DNCC into a digitally-driven, transparent, and accountable organization. Through innovation, we aim to integrate health, environment, and governance to create a smarter and healthier Dhaka."

Stefan Liller, UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh, reiterated the organization's commitment to fostering innovation in urban health management. He remarked, "It has been a privilege for UNDP to support DNCC's innovation efforts. The Innovation Lab, established in 2025, aims to become a hub for smart, scalable, and citizen-centered urban solutions. The Dengue Watch Dashboard exemplifies what can be achieved when local leadership, data, and innovation coalesce."

The tool was presented during a keynote session followed by a panel discussion that included stakeholders from DGHS and other partners. Representatives from the health ministry, city corporations, development partners, and startups were present at the event. The press release highlighted that combating vector-borne diseases like dengue necessitates stronger partnerships, real-time data, and a forward-thinking vision for resilient urban health.