Sri Lanka Dengue Cases Exceed 97,000 in 2026

The number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has risen to 97,027, according to the National Dengue Control Unit.

A total of 1,536 dengue cases have been reported during the first part of September, while 74 dengue-related deaths have been recorded across the country so far this year.

The Western Province has reported the highest number of cases, with 51,180 infections. The Southern Province has recorded 14,036 cases, followed by the Central Province with 8,958 and the Sabaragamuwa Province with 7,998.

At district level, Gampaha has recorded the highest number of dengue cases, with 20,622. Colombo has reported 19,168 cases, while Kandy has recorded 7,199 cases.

Matara has reported 6,186 cases, while 6,218 cases have been recorded in the Kalutara District.

Meanwhile, 40 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) areas across the country continue to be classified as high-risk zones for dengue.