Name of Department: Faculty of Pharmacy, Desh Bhagat University, Mandigobindgarh.

Date of Activity: 25 April 2026

Aim or Objectives

Aim: To raise awareness about malaria prevention and control, and to encourage collective action towards eliminating malaria in alignment with the theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We Must.”

Objective:

• To educate people about the causes, symptoms, and prevention of malaria.
• To promote the use of preventive measures such as mosquito nets, repellents, and proper sanitation.
• To highlight the importance of early diagnosis and timely treatment.
• To encourage community participation in malaria control programs.
• To spread awareness about government initiatives and global efforts aimed at eliminating malaria.
• To motivate individuals to take responsibility in preventing the spread of malaria.

World Malaria Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and a strong sense of social responsibility. The event aimed to spread awareness about malaria prevention, control, and the importance of collective efforts in eliminating this disease. As part of the celebration, a community outreach visit was organized to Village Chehal. During this visit, students actively engaged with the local residents to educate them about the causes, symptoms, and preventive measures of malaria. They emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness, avoiding stagnant water, and using mosquito nets and repellents. The students also delivered motivational speeches to encourage the community to take proactive steps in preventing malaria. Their speeches focused on the significance of early diagnosis, timely treatment, and community participation in controlling the spread of the disease. The interaction created a positive impact, as villagers showed interest and actively participated in the discussion. In addition to awareness activities, the visit provided students with practical exposure to community health education and strengthened their understanding of public health challenges. The event successfully highlighted the role of youth in promoting health awareness and contributing to national and global efforts to end malaria. Overall, the celebration of World Malaria Day was meaningful and impactful, reinforcing the message that with collective action and determination, malaria can be eliminated—now we can, now we must.

Outcomes of the Event

• Increased awareness among the residents of Village Chehal about malaria, its causes, symptoms, and prevention.
• Improved understanding of the importance of hygiene, sanitation, and avoiding stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding.
• Encouraged the use of preventive measures such as mosquito nets and repellents.
• Enhanced community participation and willingness to adopt healthy practices for malaria prevention.
• Strengthened students’ communication, leadership, and public health awareness skills.
• Provided practical exposure to students in community engagement and health education.
• Created a positive impact through motivational speeches, inspiring individuals to take responsibility for their health.

Conclusion

The celebration of World Malaria Day was successfully conducted, achieving its objective of raising awareness and promoting preventive practices against malaria. The community visit to Village Chehal proved to be highly effective, as it enabled direct interaction with residents and helped in spreading important health-related information in a practical and engaging manner. The motivational speeches delivered by the students encouraged the community to adopt healthier habits and take responsibility for preventing the spread of malaria.Overall, the event highlighted the importance of collective efforts, community participation, and continuous awareness in the fight against malaria. It reinforced the message of the theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We Must”, emphasizing that with proper knowledge, commitment, and action, the goal of eliminating malaria is achievable.