GUWAHATI: The Assam government has banned the import of poultry in the state due to the outbreak of bird-flu.
In an order issued by the Assam government on January 8, the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department has notified about the temporary ban imposed on the entry of poultry.
The order reads, "In view of the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in some of the states of the country which is a highly contagious avian disease...the governor of Assam is pleased to impose ban on the entry of poultry as a precautionary measure through western border of the States in the interest of preventing escalation of the disease to Assam and other North Eastern states."
While the selling of broiler chicken and other poultry procured from outside has been banned, there is no prohibition in selling and consumption of local chicken, duck and pigeon.
The ban will remain in force until further orders.
