House passes Infectious Animal Disease Control Bill

Summary

The House of Representatives has passed the Infectious Animal Disease (Control) Bill, 2083, after lawmakers backed stronger measures to curb animal-borne infections. Minister Gita Chaudhary presented the proposal as the bill advanced from the National Assembly.

Key Points
  • The House of Representatives unanimously passed the proposal to consider the Infectious Animal Disease (Control) Bill, 2083.
  • Minister for Agriculture, Forests and Environment Gita Chaudhary presented the bill in the House.
  • Lawmakers stressed the need to strengthen measures to control infectious animal diseases.
  • The House will meet again at 11:00 am on Thursday.
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