Assuring the people on its readiness to tackle any possible bird flu situation, the State Government on Thursday said it is vigilant and continuously observing any unnatural deaths and behavior of birds at susceptible places.
Action Plan on Preparedness, Control and Containment of Avian Influenza along with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have been circulated to all districts and the Chief District Veterinary Officers have been instructed to follow it scrupulously, said a statement issued byFisheries and Animal Resources Development Department. The Government further asked general public not to be panic. They can consume chicken meat, eggs and other poultry products with proper cooking. However,Government requested people to report any unnatural death of birds to the nearest veterinary doctor / Chief District Veterinary Officer or to the State Control Room.