Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Andhra Pradesh has launched a cutting-edge initiative named Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SMoSS) to fight mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria. The system combines AI, drones, sensors, and IoT devices to monitor mosquito populations and environmental factors in real time. The project is being piloted across six cities, including Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Nellore. With over 5,500 dengue cases reported in 2024 alone, this data-driven approach allows targeted spraying, reducing unnecessary chemical use. It also integrates mobile apps and hospital data to track disease hotspots and improve public health response. The initiative marks a major advancement in digital health surveillance in India.