Evaluation of Preventive Measures and Vector Control Strategies to Assess District Preparedness Towards Malaria Elimination in Bangalore Urban - A Retrospective Study

Background Malaria continues to pose a significant health challenge in India despite ongoing control and elimination initiatives. The disease affects health systems economies and communities particularly in areas with favorable environmental conditions. While surveillance and vector control interventions have significantshyly lowered malaria incidence at both the state level and in Bangalore Urban persistent challenges continue to impede complete eradication. Aim To evaluate the effectiveness of vector control measures and the availability of essential resources for malaria elimination in Bangalore Urban. Methods A retrospective evaluation of vector control measures was conducted in low-coverage areas of Bangalore Urban from January 2018 to December 2022. Data were collected from the Regional Malaria Control Office and the District Vector Borne Disease Control Office. Information was gathered through semi-structured questionnaires and interviews with government health officials. The data were entered into MS Excel and analyzed using SPSS 26.0.Results The study found that essential vector control tools including Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets LLINs adulticides Temephos 50 insecticides DDT 50 S.P. 10 amp 5 Malathion 95 Deltamethrin 2.5 and spray pumps were available. Various malaria medications such as Artemisinin-based combination thershyapy ACT Quinine sulphate Combi Pack CQPQ Chloroquine phosphate Primaquine phosphate Rapid Diagnostic RD kits Artesunate Artemether and Quinine injections were also accessible.Conclusion The findings indicate that Bangalore Urban possesses the essential resources and vector conshytrol tools required for malaria management. However continued efforts are necessary to address challenges and improve efficiency. Continuous monitoring adaptive strategies and collaborative efforts are critical to strengthening district-level preparedness and achieving sustainable malaria elimination in the region.