Goodknight unveils latest innovation - Jumbo Fast Card, a unique paper-based mosquito repellent at just INR 1.5 per usage.

• Experts from Ministry of Health, ICMR, and HICA opine the need for innovation and partnership if India wants to be free of mosquito-borne diseases

Goodknight unveils latest innovation - Jumbo Fast Card, a unique paper-based mosquito repellent at just INR 1.5 per usage.

As India deals with the ongoing pandemic, rising malaria and dengue cases has posed double health threat. Addressing this issue, a discussion themed on ‘The fight against mosquito-borne diseases and the need for innovation’ was organized featuring experts from The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India; Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR); The Gates Foundation; Home Insect Control Association (HICA) and Godrej Consumer Products. During this discussion, a game changer innovation has been revealed that could make protection from mosquitoes accessible, effective and affordable for urban and rural masses. Created by the R&D team at Godrej Consumer Products, it is a paper-based mosquito repellent providing instant relief and upto 4 hours protection from mosquitoes.

Unveiled as Goodknight Jumbo Fast Card, it is a spiral shaped paper card. As soon as one light a Jumbo Fast Card, the technology activates fast action and an instant knock-down effect on mosquitoes. It also leaves a pleasing fragrance that lingers around the room.

In India, close to 50% mosquito repellents used are burning formats. Of this, almost 30% are using unapproved and illegal mosquito repellent incense sticks that has adverse health effects since they use harmful chemicals as actives in the product. Jumbo Fast Card is a high quality standard and safe alternative for users of such formats. This revolutionary product does not depend on electricity, making it a viable option for both urban and rural areas, susceptible to mosquito menace. Goodknight Jumbo Fast Card is available in a pack of 10 cards and affordably priced at INR 15. This means the per usage cost is as low as INR 1.5 only.