A vehicle donated by MLA Mukesh to the Kollam Vector Control Unit has been lying idle for nearly three months due to expired insurance, severely disrupting vector-borne disease control activities in the district. The vehicle, funded through the MLA’s asset development fund, is essential for transporting health department staff to various regions for field investigations and preventive measures.

The Vector Control Unit plays a critical role in monitoring and controlling insect-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, filariasis, chikungunya, and Japanese encephalitis. A team of 10 to 25 health officials and staff members relies on this vehicle to conduct blood tests, vector surveillance, and public awareness campaigns. Without the vehicle, staff are unable to travel to affected areas, leaving local communities vulnerable to potential disease outbreaks.

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While the District Medical Officer (DMO) holds ultimate responsibility under the Health Department, a biologist is currently in charge of the unit. Staff members have reportedly been hesitant to speak out due to service regulations. Observers point out that the neglect began under the previous administration, and there is hope that the newly appointed health minister and government will take immediate steps to renew the insurance and restore operations.