Big crisis for migratory birds in Jaisalmer, bird flu confirmed in Bhopal lab; Administration alert

The sound of bird flu has started being heard in Jaisalmer. After the dead bodies of migratory birds Kurjan (Demoiselle Crane) were found in the Luneri Lake area of ​​the district, the report from the National Institute of High-Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal confirmed bird flu. This has alerted the administration and medical department.

First, on January 11, the dead bodies of 6 Kurjan birds were found near Luneri Lake. After this, on January 12, sick Kurja birds died and their dead bodies were sent to Bhopal for examination. Then on January 13, the report confirmed bird flu.

After this incident, the Luneri Pond area has been declared an infected hotspot area. The administration has taken strict steps to prevent the infection. Teams of officials from the Animal Husbandry Department, Forest Department, and Medical Department were formed. At the same time, special chemicals are being sprayed in the affected area to prevent infection. Also, a complete ban has been imposed on the movement of common people and animals in the hotspot area. Dead birds are being carefully picked up and disposed of safely.

District Collector Pratap Singh held a meeting with the officials and instructed them to take special precautions to prevent infection. QRT teams were formed under the leadership of Joint Director (Animal Husbandry Department) Dr. Umesh and DFO Ashutosh Ojha. Patrolling is being done for 24-hour monitoring in the infected area. Special attention is being given to migratory birds.

Actually, there is an atmosphere of fear amongst the local people due to the possibility of bird flu spreading among humans. Experts say the infection can spread from birds to human beings, so one needs to be vigilant about it. The administration has appealed to the people not to come in contact with dead birds and report any suspicious activity as soon as they notice it.

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral infection that can be transmitted from birds to humans. The symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, and difficulty in breathing. So, keep away from the infected areas, do not come in contact with dead bodies of birds, and take extra care in cleanliness. The district administration has also appealed to the people to be vigilant and follow the guidelines of the administration. In case of seeing dead birds in any area, the administration should be informed immediately.