Minister Auqaf Punjab Haji Ehsanuddin Qureshi has said that Ulema have deep respect among the masses, therefore, they should communicate protective steps regarding dengue virus to the public in their individual as well as collective contacts. While talking to a delegation of Ulema, Ehsanuddin said that Ulema to teach people regarding cleanliness of atmosphere so that to avoid dengue mosquito, fever and other epidemic diseases in spring season.
He said that Ulema can successfully execute the awareness campaign in mosques especially during prayer hours to the society. Haji Ehsan said that elected representatives played a commendable role in promoting public awareness against dengue, whereas, every effort will be made by the government to prevent dengue virus taking serious proportions during, however, all segments of society should create awareness in the people especially labour classes regarding preventive measures against dengue.