Asem Bhakta
Special Correspondent North East
Imphal: A state-level awareness program on Classical Swine Fever and African Swine Fever was organized today at the Training Hall, Veterinary Complex, Sanjenthong, under the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) 2025-26.
The program was attended by N. Kheda Varta, Secretary, Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Department, as Chief Guest, RK Khogendrajit, Director, Directorate of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, and Asem Bhakta, President, All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU), among others.
Speaking on the occasion, RK Khogendrajit urged farmers to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of these diseases and emphasized the importance of bio-security measures. He also appealed to farmers to report any unusual deaths or diseases in their animals to the Veterinary Department immediately.
Asem Bhakta highlighted the need for collective efforts to control the spread of diseases, stating that the awareness program would help farmers take necessary steps to protect their animals.
Certificates were distributed to farmers who attended the program, acknowledging their participation and commitment to preventing the spread of swine fever.
The program aimed to educate farmers on the risks and consequences of Classical Swine Fever and African Swine Fever, and the measures to be taken to prevent their spread. It also provided a platform for farmers to share their concerns and experiences, and to receive guidance from experts in the field.
The event was organized in collaboration with the Directorate of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, Manipur,
