Reported by Bhadra Gogoi
Dimapur: Dimapur DC Tinojongshi Chang has declared Dimapur an African Swine Fever (ASF)-infected and surveillance zone following the detection and laboratory confirmation of positive cases in pigs at Signal Angami village.
According to a notification dated May 20, a 1 km radius from the infected area in Signal Angami village has been declared the infected zone, while a 10 km radius has been declared the surveillance zone.
The movement of pigs and piglets from the infected and surveillance zones to non-infected areas has been completely banned.
The order further stated that the movement of pigs, pork, pig feed, carcasses, and other pig-related products into and out of the infected and surveillance zones is strictly prohibited.
Slaughter, sale, transportation, and congregation of pigs within the infected area will also remain banned until further orders.
The district administration has advised pig farmers and residents to immediately report any unusual sickness or death of pigs to the nearest veterinary officer or department.
It has also directed all pig farm owners to maintain proper biosecurity measures, including disinfection and restricted farm access.
The disposal of pig carcasses will be carried out strictly as per veterinary department protocols and Government of India guidelines.
The veterinary department, along with law enforcement agencies, will conduct surveillance and monitoring in the affected areas.
The DC said any violation of the order would invite legal action under the relevant provisions of law.