This Article is From Jan 03, 2021

Rajasthan Minister Calls For Emergency Meet Over Bird Flu

"It's a serious matter, an emergency meeting of concerned officials has been called. We are monitoring it," said Lalchand Kataria on bird flu situation in the State.

Rajasthan Minister Calls For Emergency Meet Over Bird Flu

Amid the bird flu concerns in Rajasthan, an emergency meeting has been called (Representational)

Jaipur:

Amid the bird flu concerns in the State, Rajasthan Animal Husbandry Minister Lalchand Kataria on Sunday said an emergency meeting of concerned officials has been called.

"It's a serious matter, an emergency meeting of concerned officials has been called. We are monitoring it," said Mr Kataria on bird flu situation in the State.

"We are also in contact with the Forest Department. The administration is on high alert," he added.

Meanwhile, State Principal Secretary, Rajasthan, Kunjilal Meena has stated that a response team has been formed for surveillance purpose in various areas.

"Pamphlet and posters will be put up to spread awareness among people," said Meena.

"Till now, 47 crows have died in Kota, 100 in Jhalawar and 72 in Baran. No death reported in Bundi. We are taking the necessary steps to spread awareness and control the situation," he added. 

(This story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

.