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Ligand decorated nanostructure carrier systems for targeted delivery of antimalarials Kuldeep Singh, Ritesh Ranjha, Waseem Akram Malla, Priyanka Sharma, Mradul Mohan, Jyoti Das, Himmat Singh, Praveen Kumar Bharti, Anup R. Anvikar Discover Nano, 2026 Antimalarial chemotherapeutics, including artemisinin derivatives and their combination regimens, sustain clinical effectiveness against Plasmodium species, including resistant strains. However, these chemotherapeutics face challenges, including poor aqueous solubility and membrane permeability, a short elimination half-life, erratic oral bioavailability, and delayed parasite clearance. These formidable challenges have been widely addressed by developing new chemical entities, combining artemisinin-based combination therapies, exploring alternative routes of administration, or prolonging the dosing schedule. However, developmental costs, time, and translational obstacles that may exacerbate current treatment gaps. In recent years, nanostructured carrier systems (NSCs) have emerged as novel delivery platforms to overcome constraints of conventional delivery systems. NSCs such as liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles (NPs), metallic (Gold and ferrite) NPs, lipid-based NPs, nanoemulsions, self-emulsifying drug delivery systems, and micelles, can be further decorated employing ligands (Plasmodium recognizing antibodies, polymers, carbohydrates (glucose), aptamers, heparins) to recognize Plasmodium-infected red blood cells (piRBCs) specifically. This review provides in-depth insights into the ligand decorated nanostructured carrier systems (L-NSCs) capable of differentiating between piRBCs and normal RBCs based on specific ligand decoration, which are not only capable of targeting piRBCs but also the extracellular merozoite stage of Plasmodium. We have discussed in detail the ligands that recognize piRBCs, based on specific biophysical alterations, expression, and the transport of Plasmodium proteins on the surface of piRBCs. The RBCs are structurally simple, lacking organelles, with limited metabolic activity, and a uniform microenvironment, resulting in minimal differentiation between normal and piRBCs. Overexpression of Glucose transporter, appearance of P. falciparum erythrocyte membrane protein, and selective targeting to sialic acid residues on Glycophorin A on the cell membrane of piRBCs can act as potential recognition sites for L-NSCs. This review offers in-depth insight into emerging opportunities for selective recognition and targeted delivery of antimalarials to address challenges of poor pharmacokinetics, targeted delivery within piRBCs, and enhance the therapeutic efficiency of antimalarials against both susceptible and resistant Plasmodium strains that transmit human malaria.
A multicentric study on understanding the bionomics of Indian malaria vectors across diverse eco-epidemiological settings Ajeet Kumar Mohanty, Alex Eapen, Himmat Singh, Kuldeep Singh, Rajendra Kumar Baharia, Vidhan Jain, Debattam Mazumdar, Sachin Sharma, A. N. Shriram, P. T. Vidhya, Amit Sharma, Kannan Thiruvengadam, Manju Rahi Parasites and Vectors, 2026 Background India aims to eliminate malaria by 2030; however, a thorough understanding of the current biology and behavior of vector species will facilitate the efforts. Vector species often alter their biting and resting behaviors in response to long-term chemical control measures, posing significant challenges to ongoing vector control interventions. Therefore, it is essential to investigate and update our knowledge of the bionomics of malaria vectors in the current context. Methods This study was carried out across 14 districts in eight Indian states between 2021 and 2023, employing various entomological techniques. Anopheles mosquito species were tested for human blood meal preference and Plasmodium infection using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Insecticide susceptibility status was assessed according to World Health Organization (WHO) protocols, and key metrics, such as degree of exophily, trap density, human biting rate (HBR), and man-hour density (MHD), were determined to understand mosquito abundance and behavior. Results Anopheles culicifacies , a major malaria vector species, was found in all study states. The highest indoor MHD of this species was 11.95, recorded in the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, whereas 27.16 was the highest outdoor MHD as observed in the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh. In Assam and Tripura, Anopheles minimus exhibited differential resting behavior, whereas An. baimaii was found to be exophilic in Kokrajhar, Udalguri, and South Tripura. An. stephensi showed endophilic behavior with an indoor MHD of 4.36 in Barmer. An. minimus exhibited high anthropophagic behavior, with a human blood index of 0.94 in South Tripura. A high sporozoite infection rate was observed in An. baimaii (5.88) compared with the other vector species. An. culicifacies was found to be resistant to alpha-cypermethrin (0.05%) in the Jagdalpur and Kanker districts, with possible resistance in Barmer study sites, and resistant to deltamethrin (0.05%) in Kanker, Surendranagar, and Dahod. An. stephensi showed resistance to multiple insecticides in the North Goa. Conclusions An. culicifacies was prevalent in all eight study states, with a higher abundance in Kanker and Bareilly. Changes in the resting behavior of An. minimus in Tripura, and insecticide resistance that has developed in An . culicifacies and An. stephensi against pyrethroids poses a significant concern. The findings of this study will aid in implementing effective vector control strategies in India’s pre-elimination efforts against malaria. Graphical abstract
Echoes of resilience: spatio-temporal analysis of five-decade battle against malaria in Rajasthan, India Himmat Singh, Sangeeta Singh, Poonam Saroha, Kuldeep Singh, R. S. Sharma, Ravi Prakash Sharma, Jyoti Gupta, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta Malaria Journal, 2025 BACKGROUND: Rajasthan state of India is exhibiting diverse malaria transmission patterns shaped by its varied ecological landscapes. This study explores five decades (1975-2023) of malaria patterns in different ecogeographical regions of Rajasthan. METHODS: The four ecogeographical regions of Rajasthan, namely Desert, Aravalli, Gangetic plain, and Hadoti Plateau, were taken into consideration to identify spatio-temporal malaria trend, Anopheles species diversity, and insecticide susceptibility status of malaria vectors with public health insecticides. Additionally, correlation analysis between malaria incidence (API) and average annual rainfall was conducted to understand the climatic influence on transmission dynamics. RESULTS: Over five decades, Malaria peaked in 1976 and 1996, followed by a sharp decline post-2000. Median API ranged from 1 (Gangetic plain) to 1.93 (Hadoti Plateau), with frequent outbreaks in the Gangetic plain and Hadoti Plateau regions. Rainfall was positively correlated with API in Desert region (r = 0.39; p = 0.006) and Gangetic Plain (r = 0.35; p = 0.014) regions. Hadoti Plateau region showed a weak negative correlation with rains (r = -0.08; p = 0.58). Anopheles stephensi and Anopheles culicifacies were predominant vectors, resistant to organochlorides and organophosphates, but susceptible to synthetic pyrethroids. Aravalli showed the highest Plasmodium falciparum prevalence among all regions. DISCUSSION: The study highlights the need for region-specific vector control, real-time surveillance, and adaptive policies to tackle malaria challenges. High-risk areas like Aravalli and Hadoti Plateau require focused interventions combining community awareness, improved healthcare access, and climate-responsive strategies. Integrating ecological insights with innovative tools such as GIS mapping and interactive dashboards can enhance monitoring, guide targeted actions, and reduce vector density. These efforts are crucial to sustain progress and accelerate malaria elimination across the diverse ecological zones of Rajasthan.
Evidence of secondary anopheline vectors in sustaining malaria transmission in Kokrajhar District, Assam, Northeastern India Kuldeep Singh, Ajeet Mohanty, Waseem Akram Malla, Ritesh Ranjha, Jugal Gam, Rahim Ali, Praveen Kumar Bharti, Anup R. Anvikar, Himmat Singh Parasites and Vectors, 2025 Background In the northeastern region of India, perennial malaria transmission persists in certain hotspots in areas geographically adjacent to the international borders with Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, where both Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium falciparum coexist, particularly in remote, forested, and inaccessible areas. This northeastern landscape harbors a wide diversity of anopheline vector species; Anopheles minimus and Anopheles baimaii are the traditional primary vectors of malaria. The extensive deployment of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying as traditional vector control strategies has resulted in regional and temporal changes in species composition, specifically An. minimus and An. baimaii , and their resting and feeding behavior. Despite the reduced abundance of these primary anopheline vectors, the persistence of malaria suggests the involvement of additional anopheline species. Secondary malaria vectors may also play a role in transmitting malaria, along with primary malaria vectors, and are widely distributed across northeastern India. Secondary malaria vectors have significantly lower sporozoite rates compared with primary malaria vectors, yet are capable of sustaining malaria transmission in a specific region. This study aimed to investigate the sporozoite positivity of secondary anopheline species in the high-malaria-endemic district of Kokrajhar, Assam, in northeastern India. Methods During the study period, 1794 female mosquitoes representing five genera in Anopheles , Culex , Aedes , Mansonia , and Armigeres were collected using three methods: CDC light trap collection, indoor resting collection using the mouth aspiration method, and pyrethrum spray captures. Morphologically identified Anopheles maculatus group specimens were validated by polymerase chain reaction targeting the Internal Transcribed Spacer 2 region within the nuclear ribosomal DNA and referred to as An. maculatus, a species of the Maculatus Group of subgenus Cellia (Diptera: Culicidae) . Results The Plasmodium positivity (Percent, number/total number) was highest in An. maculatus (4%; 5/80), followed by An. minimus (4.8%; 1/21), and Anopheles kochi (4.6%; 1/22) . These results suggest that anopheline species beyond the traditionally recognized primary vectors, such as An. minimus and An. baimaii , may play a role in sustaining malaria transmission in endemic areas of northeastern India. Conclusions Recognizing and integrating the behavior and ecology of secondary vectors into malaria control programs is essential for the development and deployment of more targeted and sustainable vector control strategies. Graphical abstract
Biological forms and public health implications of Anopheles stephensi: Addressing the urban malaria challenge Gaurav Kumar, Himmat Singh, Shweta Pasi Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 2025 Anopheles (An.) stephensi is one of the dominant malaria vectors in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq and some other Asian countries[1]. It plays a crucial role in transmitting Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax in India along with its rural counterpart, An. culicifacies. This mosquito species has adapted well to urban and peri-urban environments, making it a significant public health concern in the country. The presence of An. stephensi in urban areas contrasts with other malaria vectors that predominantly inhabit rural regions, thus complicating traditional malaria control strategies. It is well-adapted to human-made environments, breeding in various containers including tanks, cisterns, and barrels used for water storage. An. stephensi exhibits three biological forms based on egg float ridge counts: type, intermediate, and mysorensis[2,3]. The type form is typically an urban form whereas the mysorensis and intermediate forms are primarily found in rural regions. These three forms also differ in terms of their vectorial capacities, distribution and each one has its contribution in malaria transmission in a particular region. In India, the type form is the predominant vector of urban systems which mostly breeds indoors while mysorensis form is distributed mainly in rural areas, breeds outdoors, and is a poor vector (a mosquito species that has a low capacity to transmit the malaria parasite to humans, even if it is capable of carrying the parasite). On the other hand, the role of the intermediate form is uncertain. Interestingly, in Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan, mysorensis is recognized as a medically important vector of malaria in both urban and rural areas[4]. The variability in the vectorial capacities of these forms necessitates precise identification and characterization within specific malaria transmission foci. Understanding the geographic distribution and vectorial roles of these forms is critical for implementing effective control measures. In the last two decades, the geographic range of An. stephensi has rapidly extended across the Asian and African continents as evident from the reporting of the type form from Lakshadweep islands in 2001, followed by Djibouti in 2012, Sri Lanka in 2016 and across the Horn of Africa, posing a global threat[5-7]. This spatial expansion of An. stephensi to new regions may have profound public health implications. Urban populations, previously considered at lower risk for malaria, are now vulnerable to the disease. A recent report by Emiru et al. has specifically highlighted the involvement of An. stephensi in the spread of “drug and diagnosis resistant malaria” in Africa[8]. This shift urgently necessitates a re-evaluation of existing malaria control programs and the development of targeted interventions for urban settings. Traditional interventions, designed for rural vectors, may prove inadequate in addressing the unique challenges posed by An. stephensi. Effective control of An. stephensi requires a comprehensive approach through integrating several strategies to weave the threads together. (1) Environmental management: Reducing breeding sites by ensuring proper water storage in covered water containers, and eliminating stagnant water sources. Regular monitoring and cleaning of potential breeding sites are of paramount importance in this strategy. (2) Chemical control: The use of insecticides, such as indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), remains critical. However, resistance management is even more crucial, which may be tackled through the rotation of insecticides and exploration of alternative mosquitocidal compounds. (3) Biological control: Employing biological agents like larvivorous fish and bacteria such as Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti) to target mosquito larvae can dramatically reduce adult vector populations. (4) Community engagement: Public awareness campaigns to educate communities about malaria prevention, proper water storage practices, and the use of protective measures like bed nets and repellents is important for a comprehensive approach. There are several questions that need immediate attention. The type form of An. stephensi is a primary vector in India while in Iran both type and mysorensis forms serve as vectors of malaria. A few studies have indicated that type form has invaded the African continent[9]. But, still it is important to delve deep into characterisation of the biological form of the An. stephensi populations that have been detected in the African continent. This will greatly help in tracking the origin of the invading species whether it is from India or Iran. Further, the three forms of An. stephensi differ in their vectorial capacity as well as other aspects of vector bionomics such as insecticide resistance status, breeding and biting preferences. Therefore, bionomics studies encompassing all three forms will be important for applying vector control activities. It will also be relevant to differentiate the three forms at the genetic level which will significantly enhance our understanding of the behavioural differences among them. This will also aid in the development of targeted interventions, such as gene driven technologies. Therefore, studies focused on the mosquitoes' behaviour, genetic makeup, and resistance patterns should be prioritized to add novel and innovative strategies to our control tool box. The second compelling question is regarding the infectiousness of An. stephensi mysorensis from India as well as intermediate form from the globe. There is a dearth of literature on these two aspects. This lack of concrete evidence on the Plasmodium carrying capacity of these two forms presents a question mark of whether these two forms are really incapable of transmitting the malaria parasite. Therefore, laboratory and field studies are required to update the knowledge about the vectorial potential of all three forms simultaneously. Furthermore, research evidence on insecticide resistance development and its mechanism in all these three forms will guide the world malaria control programme to contain the malaria transmission due to An. stephensi mosquitoes. The rapid urbanization in malaria-endemic regions, combined with the invasive nature of An. stephensi, calls for a concerted effort to address the growing threat. We need to adopt a collaborative strategy to bring different stakeholders, like governments, public health organizations, and research institutions together to develop and implement effective control strategies in a prioritized manner. Additionally, monitoring for insecticide resistance and exploration of alternative control methods, such as biological control and genetic approaches, should be integral components of the comprehensive control program against this vector species. In conclusion, the rise of An. stephensi as a dominant vector in urban and peri-urban settings marks a paradigm shift in malaria transmission dynamics. Addressing this challenge requires a holistic, multidisciplinary approach that integrates environmental, chemical, biological, and genetic tools while fostering community participation. Only through such a coordinated effort can we hope to mitigate the impact of this formidable vector and move closer to the goal of malaria eradication. Conflict of interest statement The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper. Funding This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors. Authors’ contributions GK and SP conceptualized, drafted the manuscript. GK, SP and HS reviewed the manuscript. Publisher’s note The Publisher of the Journal remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Edited by Zhang Q, Lei Y, Pan Y
An entomological investigation in dengue affected areas during transmission season in district Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India R K Singh, Nasreen Akhtar, Pooja Prasad, Gurnam Singh, Himmat Singh Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, 2025 Background & objectives: Dengue fever is the most common arboviral disease and a serious public health problem, transmitted by Aedes mosquito. Entomological investigations were carried out in dengue affected villages and urban areas of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India to investigate the prevalence, distribution of Aedes mosquitoes and identify high risk areas in Haridwar for proposing control. Methods: The entomological survey was carried out in all selected localities in different breeding habitats like domestic and peridomestic containers to detect Ae. aegypti breeding with the help of standard entomological techniques. About 777 houses were screened from 12 dengue affected villages and municipal areas of Haridwar district during the month of November 2021. Results: Out of 777 surveyed houses, 119 (15.3%) houses have Aedes breeding while out of 4360 water containers only 158 (3.6 %) were found positive for Aedes breeding. During survey HI (15.32), CI (3.62), BI (20.33) and PI (35.78) were also calculated. The distribution of Aedes larvae and Breeding Preference Ratio in different type of breeding habitats were also estimated, the highest positivity of Ae. aegypti larvae was observed in underground/ ground level cemented tanks (7.94) followed by tray of domestic refrigerator (4.55), discarded tyres (3.72), desert coolers (1.70), plastic containers (1.47), junk materials (1.28), mud-pots (0.58) and flowerpots (0.42), respectively. Interpretation & conclusion: Aedes aegypti mosquito was found to be the dominant species in domestic and peri-domestic breeding habitats, while Aedes albopictus and Aedes vittatus mosquito were also observed in outdoor breeding habitats of the houses. Breeding of Aedes mosquito was found in water storage containers from the same areas where dengue cases were also reported.
Zika in India Himmat Singh, Nasreen Akhtar, R. Balasubramanian, T. Dilip Kumar, Kalpana Baruah, B.K. Tyagi Mosquitoes of India Mosquito Borne Diseases Diagnosis and Control, 2025
Dengue in India Kalpana Baruah, Amit Katewa, Gavendra Singh, Roop Kumari, Mangesh Gokhale, Sudeep Balan, T. Dilip Kumar, S. Sridharan, Jhansi Charles, Himmat Singh, B.K. Tyagi Mosquitoes of India Mosquito Borne Diseases Diagnosis and Control, 2025
Chikungunya in India Kalpana Baruah, Gavendra Singh, Amit Katewa, Roop Kumari, Mangesh Gokhale, A.B. Sudeep, T. Dilip Kumar, R. Balasubramanian, Ayushman Ghosh, S. Sridharan, Jhansi Charles, Himmat Singh, B.K. Tyagi Mosquitoes of India Mosquito Borne Diseases Diagnosis and Control, 2025
Nation-wide vector surveillance on Zika and Dengue did not indicate transmission of the American lineage-pandemic Zika virus in India N. Pradeep Kumar, Ashwani Kumar, D. Panneer, S. Abidha, S. Muthukumaravel, T. Sankari, P.M. Ajithlal, Jessu Mathew, Suhana Koothradan, R. Paramasivan, M. Muniyaraj, Himmat Singh, Rekha Saxena, P. Vijayachari, I.P. Sunish, A.N. Shriram, Prafulla Dutta, Saurav Jyoti Patgiri, D.R. Bhattacharyya, S.L. Hoti, D. Chattopadhyay, Subarna Roy, Namita Mahapatra, Sanghamitra Pati, Gyan Chand, A.K. Mishra, Pradip Barde, P. Jambulingam International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 2021
Entomological studies for surveillance and prevention of dengue in arid and semi-arid districts of Rajasthan, India Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, 2008
Introduction, transmission and aggravation of malaria in desert ecosystem of Rajasthan, India Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, 2006
Composition and species diversity of small mammals in the hilly tracts of southeastern Rajasthan Tropical Ecology, 2001
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An entomological investigation in dengue affected areas during transmission season in district Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. RK Singh, N Akhtar, P Prasad, G Singh, H Singh Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, DOI: 10.4103/jvbd.jvbd_14_23 , 2025 2025
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Entomological studies for surveillance and prevention of dengue in arid and semi-arid districts of Rajasthan, India K Sharma, B Angel, H Singh, A Purohit, V Joshi Journal of vector borne diseases 45 (2), 124 , 2008 2008 Citations: 51
Control of Aedes aegypti Breeding: A Novel Intervention for Prevention and Control of Dengue in an Endemic Zone of Delhi, India BN Nagpal, G Sanjeev, S Arshad, V Kumar, S Aruna, T N. R., S Rekha, ... PLoS ONE, 1-11 , 2016 2016 Citations: 50
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Awareness and practices about silicosis among the sandstone quarry workers in desert ecology of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India SP Yadav, PK Anand, H Singh Journal of Human Ecology 33 (3), 191-196 , 2011 2011 Citations: 46
First report on the transmission of Zika virus by Aedes (Stegomyia) aegypti (L.)(Diptera: Culicidae) during the 2018 Zika outbreak in India H Singh, OP Singh, N Akhtar, G Sharma, A Sindhania, N Gupta, ... Acta tropica 199, 105114 , 2019 2019 Citations: 42
Entomological studies on malaria in irrigated and non-irrigated areas of Thar desert, Rajasthan, India M Singhi, H Singh J Vector Borne Dis 42, 25-29 , 2005 2005 Citations: 40
Influence of environmental factors on dengue fever in Delhi AKBNRT Babita Bisht, Roop Kumari, BN Nagpal, Himmat Singh, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta International Journal of Mosquito Research 6 (2A), 11-18 , 2019 2019 Citations: 35
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