Overview

• Since June 7, authorities have culled 104 pigs in Kamarpara and 60 in Kabikara after confirming ASF infections.
• Kamarpara and Kabikara have been declared ASF epicentres, with villages within 1 km classified as infected zones enforcing pig and pork transport bans.
• A 10 km radius around the epicentres has been designated a surveillance zone with ongoing pig movement curbs and continuous monitoring.
• The forest department will monitor domestic pigs near forest areas under expanded surveillance protocols.
• Veterinary officials have advised regular deworming of pigs and disinfection of farm surroundings to avert further infections.