DIMAPUR, MAY 25 (NPN): Following the confirmed outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) at Toulazouma village under Chümoukedima district, the district administration has imposed a series of containment and preventive measures with immediate effect.
In an advisory, deputy commissioner (DC) Chümoukedima, Polan John, informed that the outbreak was confirmed by the office of the chief veterinary officer, Chümoukedima.
According to the advisory, the area within a radius of 1km from the outbreak epicentre at Toulazouma Village has been declared as the “Infected Zone”, while the area within a 10km radius has been declared as the “Surveillance Zone”.
The administration has also prohibited the movement and transportation of pigs, pork, pig products, feed and related materials within and outside the notified zones. Further, DC gas banned slaughter, sale and distribution of pigs and pork products within the containment zones until further orders. The advisory stated that the veterinary department and law enforcement agencies would undertake necessary surveillance, monitoring and preventive measures in the affected areas.
All village councils, GBs, ward authorities, butchers, meat vendors and citizens have been directed to strictly comply with the advisory and immediately report any unusual sickness or death of pigs to the nearest veterinary office.
The administration further directed all pig farm owners to maintain proper biosecurity measures, including disinfection and restricted farm access.
It stated that disposal of pig carcasses must be carried out strictly in accordance with veterinary department protocols and Government of India guidelines.
The advisory warned that any violation of the directives would invite action under relevant provisions of law.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026