Bokaro: Bird Flu (H5N1 Avian Influenza) has been confirmed in samples taken from the Government Poultry Farm in Bokaro, following tests at the National Institute of High-Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal.
As a precaution, the district authorities have imposed a complete ban on the purchase and sale of live and dead poultry, poultry products, and eggs within a 10-kilometer radius of the infected area at the Government Poultry Farm. Additionally, transportation of these items will be prohibited until further notice.
District Animal Husbandry Officer Dr. Manoj Mani made the announcement on Saturday evening, adding that the department is on high alert to manage the situation. Following the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Mrs. Vijaya Jadhav, the Animal Husbandry Department is closely monitoring the situation. The department has formed Rapid Response Teams (RR Team) and Quick Response Teams (QRT) at both district and block levels, consisting of veterinarians and support staff.
Samples from poultry within the perimeter are being actively tested. Dr. Mani has urged poultry farmers in the district to immediately report any sudden deaths of chickens or poultry to the RR and QRT teams for prompt action.
The district administration and Animal Husbandry Department are fully prepared to tackle the situation and ensure public safety.
