Bird Flu Controlled in Seven Districts, Four Remain Affected
Summary
Bird flu has been controlled in seven districts of Nepal, but remains active in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, and Kavrepalanchok. The Department of Animal Services has taken measures including culling birds and maintaining surveillance to contain the disease.
Key Points
- Bird flu has been brought under control in Jhapa, Morang, Sunsari, Mahottari, Bara, Chitwan, and Nawalparasi districts.
- The disease remains uncontrolled in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, and Kavrepalanchok.
- The Department of Animal Services deployed teams to destroy infected birds and poultry products to control the spread.
- Animal Quarantine Office increased vigilance against illegally imported birds to aid in disease control.
