The Andhra Pradesh government is set to launch an AI-based mosquito control programme called the Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SM0SS). It aims to track and control mosquito populations using AI and IoT-driven technologies for better vector-borne disease prevention across urban areas in Andhra Pradesh.
Key Features of SMoSS
- Technology Used:
- AI-powered mosquito sensors
- IoT-enabled devices
- Drones for larvicide spraying
- Real-time data dashboards for surveillance
- Functionality:
- Identifies mosquito species, gender, population density, and weather parameters like humidity and temperature.
- Sends automatic alerts to civic teams when mosquito counts exceed safe thresholds.
- Enables data-driven fumigation and spraying, replacing the traditional “blind spraying” approach.
Pilot Implementation
- The pilot project will start at 66 locations across six major municipal corporations: Visakhapatnam (16 spots), Vijayawada (28), Kakinada (4), Rajamahendravaram (5), Nellore (7), and Kurnool (6).
- The initiative is being led by the Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) Department.
Key Administrative Features
- Fully outsourced operations to specialised agencies.
- Result-based payments with fixed operational accountability.
- Mobile app-based monitoring via:
- Vector Control
- Puramitra
Advantages
- Targeted spraying reduces chemical usage and operational costs.
- Faster response with automated alerts and drone-based deployment.
- Citizen feedback integrated into operations via mobile apps.
- Prevention-focused approach aligning with public health goals.