Fresh cases of African Swine Fever (ASF) have been confirmed in Dibrugarh district, Assam. In response, the district administration has enacted stringent containment measures aimed at curbing the disease’s spread.
The District Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Officer reported that ASF was detected in the Moran Revenue Circle at the farm of Atul Dihingia in Baghtoli Pathar under Khowang Development Block. Additionally, it was identified in the Tingkhong Revenue Circle, specifically at the farms of Nilakanta Gogoi in Dighalia Gaon and Mrinal Jyoti Gogoi in Nalani Kapahua Gaon, both under Tingkhong Development Block.
Dr. Monika Borah, the Additional Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in Dibrugarh, has classified all areas within a 1 km radius of these epicenters as “Infected Zones,” while those within a 10 km radius have been designated as “Surveillance Zones.”
The order prohibits the movement of live pigs, pork, pig feed, and related products in and out of the infected zones. Furthermore, all pig markets, fairs, and exhibitions are banned until further notice. Strict biosecurity measures must be maintained during culling operations, with the disposal of infected carcasses adhering to veterinary guidelines.
All relevant departments, including Revenue, Police, Veterinary, Panchayat, and Municipal authorities, have been instructed to ensure full compliance and support containment efforts. The police have also been directed to take strict measures against unauthorized roadside selling of pork.
These directives are effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice.
Original Source: https://nenow.in/north-east-news/assam/assam-dibrugarh-declares-infected-zones-as-fresh-african-swine-fever-cases-confirmed.html
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Publish Date: 2025-11-14 20:32:00
