February 07, 2026
Tamil Nadu on alert over reports of deaths of crows
By Pioneer News Service

The Tamil Nadu Government on Friday sounded a high alert following reports of large-scale crow deaths in various parts of the state, triggering concerns over a potential outbreak of avian influenza. In a swift response to the mounting biosecurity threat, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Fisheries issued a comprehensive advisory mandating stringent precautionary measures for poultry farmers and handlers of wild birds across the State. Speaking to PTI, Director of Public Health Dr A Somasundaram said the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPH) has also released a separate communication, appealing to the public to follow strict safety protocols.
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