Aggriculture minister Khudian releases the documentary
Over 2.53 lakh livestock inoculated against HS in mission mode; Mastitis Testing Kits, Dewormers & Medicines provided free of cost in flood hit districts
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh:
The Punjab Animal Husbandry Department unveiled a documentary showcasing its relentless efforts in rescuing and rehabilitating animals during the recent devastating floods in the state. The documentary was formally released by Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Minister for Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, and Dairy Development, Punjab. Notably, this documentary stands out as a unique effort, created from within the Animal Husbandry department by its team of doctors and paramedics.
Lauding the department’s efforts, Khudian stated that under CM Bhagwant Singh Mann's guidance, the Punjab Government and Animal Husbandry Department stood resolute in supporting livestock farmers during the deluge. He highlighted the department's proactive "mission mode" approach in tackling the unprecedented disaster.
As many as 713 villages across Punjab faced unprecedented devastation, Khudian said while highlighting that the department's 494 dedicated teams braved treacherous conditions to deliver life-saving doorstep treatment to livestock by navigating submerged areas to provide critical doorstep treatment to cattle, thereby ensuring their health and survival.
He further informed that over 2.53 lakh livestock was vaccinated against Haemorrhagic Septicaemia (HS) free of cost, besides distributing free medicines worth Rs 37 lakh in the affected districts. Additionally, Mastitis testing kits and dewormers were also provided to enable farmers to detect and manage this common livestock diseases effectively.
Principal Secretary Animal Husbandry Rahul Bhandari shared the critical preventive measures undertaken to combat the flood's aftermath. "We faced a significant risk of disease outbreaks, but our proactive approach helped mitigate it," he said. "We launched a massive free vaccination drive in all affected villages, protecting livestock from diseases like HS. Additionally, to address the acute shortage of green fodder, we distributed Uromin Licks and mineral mixtures free of cost to maintain animal health."
Director Animal Husbandry department Dr. Parmdeep Singh Walia said that the department's efforts was centred to protect the long-term health and productivity of the livestock, ensuring the overall well-being of the livestock and the farming community. This powerful documentary stands as a testament to the unbreakable spirit of Punjab and the unwavering dedication of its administration. The documentary is accessible to all on the Punjab Animal Husbandry Department's official social media platforms.