Overview

• The Animal Husbandry Department confirmed African swine fever in Ward 6 of Mulankunnathukavu after NIHSAD in Bhopal tested samples positive.
• A Rapid Response Team has been deployed to the affected area to carry out containment and biosecurity measures.
• Officials declared a one-kilometre infected zone around the farm and a ten-kilometre surveillance belt.
• The District Collector restricted transport of pigs outside the district, banned pork sales from the area, and ordered pork outlets to suspend operations.
• The Chief Veterinary Officer said the disease affects only pigs and poses no risk to humans, and the state continued farmer relief efforts, including recent compensation payments.