Happy to join Twitter X and share my just published article, "Occupational exposure to malaria, leishmaniasis and arbovirus vectors in endemic regions: A systematic review", available from: doi.org/10.1016/j.crpv…

Delivered an invited talk at Saveetha Medical College, Chennai, India on WHO’s policies, strategies and normative guidance on control of major vector-borne diseases.

The 45th Scientific Advisory Committee meeting of the ICMR-Vector Control Research Centre (VCRC), Puducherry, India was conducted successfully. GlobalVectorHub Dr Ashwani Kumar Rajendra Bhatt🦟

Drs Roz Taylor Louisa Messenger, Tarekegn Abeku, Sian Clarke Dr Rajpal S Yadav & Jo Lines review #invasive #Anopheles #stephensi in Africa: insights from Asia. #Entomology #Malaria #Vector #Bionomics #RAFT LSHTM RAFT London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine UNLV Malaria Consortium cell.com/trends/parasit…

➡️ Here's a quick explainer on #dengue 🦟, its symptoms and how to prevent it.

IVCC has partnered with V.K.A Polymers to explore the potential of repurposing two promising insecticides for insecticide-treated nets (ITNs). If successful, these could become crucial tools in the fight to eliminate malaria. 🦟 #Malaria #Innovation ow.ly/oe2F50T8MiV

Day 1 of the 2-day Popular Lecture Series for MSc Entomology students witnessed enriching sessions by eminent scientists Dr Rajpal S Yadav, Dr Rajni Kant, Dr Pradeep Kumar Srivastava. Their insightful presentations provided valuable knowledge and sparked engaging discussions. 📚 #Entomology

Day 2 of the MSc Entomology Popular Lecture Series was a blend of knowledge sharing and camaraderie. Here's a glimpse of the amazing participants who made it happen. #LectureSeries #Entomology

We are all set for the inauguration of the International Conference on Vector-borne Diseases (ICVBD2025) jointly hosted Society for Vector Ecology by and the Academy of Public Health Entomology at Saveetha University, Chennai, India.

🌍 Live Now: #WorldMosquitoDay Webinar Co-hosted by Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network & Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research Prof. Fredros Okumu highlights the threat of Anopheles stephensi—an invasive mosquito reshaping malaria transmission in Africa. #AnophelesStephensi #APMENxChange #OneHealth

🌍 Live Now: #WorldMosquitoDay Webinar Co-hosted by Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network & Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research A/P Ng Lee Ching from Singapore's National Environment Agency shares Singapore’s innovative approach to #dengue control, highlighting Project #Wolbachia—a game-changing strategy in vector management.

ICMR-VCRC held the 46th Annual Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting on 19th and 20th August 2025. The experts headed by Dr. Rajpal Yadav reviewed and advised on the proposed studies at VCRC. They appreciated the scientific progress of VCRC under the Director Manju Rahi #vcrc50

Dengue Fever is on the rise. Protect yourself and your family. 1. Clean in and around house/work to prevent stagnant water where mosquitoes breed 2. Aedes mosquitoes are day-biters. Wear full sleeves and long length clothes- cover yourself 3. Consult a doctor if sick #denguefree

18th FAO/WHO Meeting on Pesticide Management, Geneva, Switzerland on 6-10 Oct 2025. Pesticides may be necessary for control of agriculture pests and disease vectors but their use must always be managed by causing a low risk to humans, animals and the environment.

ICMR-VCRC is hosting Symposium 196 on Molecular Xenomonitoring at #ASTMH2025 (Nov 9-13, Toronto)! 🦟🔬 Don't miss our experts discussing this game-changer for eliminating LF, VL, & Malaria in India. #TropMed25 #VBDs #GlobalHealth ASTMH ICMR #VCRC50

Hearty congratulations to ICMR-VCRC team lead by Manju Rahi for the successful Molecular Xenomonitoring Symposium (196) at #ASTMH2025! 🔬 It showcased how MX is a Game Changer for eliminating LF, VL, & Malaria in India. Kudos to all speakers! 👏 #Xenomonitoring #TropMed25 #VBDs