Ouguri village identified as the epicentre; authorities establish infected and surveillance zones to contain the spread of African Swine Fever
Guwahati: Authorities in Assam’s Tinsukia district have launched an emergency response after African Swine Fever (ASF) was confirmed in Ouguri village under Rupai Siding, triggering strict containment measures across Doomdooma Co-District.
Following confirmation of the outbreak, the district administration declared Ouguri the infection hotspot and activated protocols under the National Action Plan for Control, Containment and Eradication of ASF. A 1-km infected zone has been established around the village, while a 10-km surveillance zone has been placed under intensified monitoring.
As part of the containment strategy, veterinary teams began a three-day culling drive from June 9 to June 11, with senior officials supervising operations to ensure compliance with biosecurity guidelines. Authorities are also carrying out disinfection and sanitation measures to prevent further transmission.
Meanwhile, the administration has imposed a 30-day ban on the sale, transport and movement of pigs, pork and pork products throughout Doomdooma Co-District. Pork markets and retail outlets have been ordered to shut, while transportation to neighbouring districts and Arunachal Pradesh has also been suspended.
Officials clarified that ASF poses no risk to humans, but warned that the disease can devastate pig populations and severely impact the livestock economy.
The administration has intensified surveillance in surrounding areas and warned that violations of the restrictions will attract action under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
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