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Andhra Pradesh Launches AI-Powered Mosquito Surveillance System

7/8/2025

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Andhra Pradesh is taking a bold step in public health with the launch of the Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SMoSS). This innovative initiative employs AI and IoT technologies to monitor mosquito populations across 66 locations in six municipal corporations. By utilizing smart sensors, the state aims to reduce chemical use and costs while empowering civic staff to combat vector-borne diseases more effectively.

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Andhra Pradesh is taking a bold step in public health with the launch of the Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SMoSS). This innovative initiative employs AI and IoT technologies to monitor mosquito populations across 66 locations in six municipal corporations. By utilizing smart sensors, the state aims to reduce chemical use and costs while empowering civic staff to combat vector-borne diseases more effectively.