- By Kamakshi Bishnoi
- Mon, 19 May 2025 02:26 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Extensive preventive measures are being implemented by the administration in Kanpur to contain the possible spread of bird flu (avian influenza). As part of the surveillance efforts, 120 bird samples and 200 environmental (service) samples have been sent for testing to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Izzatnagar, Bareilly via a special carrier. These include 30 samples from urban areas and 80 from rural regions.
Thirteen Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) are currently active—10 in rural zones and 3 in urban areas—to monitor the situation. So far, no unusual bird deaths or symptoms suggestive of bird flu have been reported in any part of the district.
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District Chief Veterinary Officer Dr IDN Chaturvedi informed that a total of 11 administrative teams have been formed under the leadership of seven Additional City Magistrates to effectively tackle any outbreak. Departments including Animal Husbandry, Panchayati Raj, Police, Forest, Irrigation, and Public Works have been mobilised as part of a coordinated action plan.
Despite the heightened alert, no restrictions have been placed on the sale or movement of poultry and poultry products in the district.
Control Room Contacts:
-Animal Husbandry Department: 0512-2535098
-Health Department: 9695333671