Avian Flu in The Country

Avian Influenza outbreak among poultry population / wild birds have been reported from February, 2006 onwards. So far 29 outbreaks have been notified by Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. The last outbreak of Avian Influenza was reported in January, 2016 in Tripura. No human case or death due to Avian Influenza has been reported in India.

Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India has issued advisories to the States from time to time emphasizing preparedness measures for early detection and containment of outbreak. These include surveillance, early reporting, laboratory diagnosis, stocking of logistics (Personal Protective Equipment, masks, drug/ disinfectants, chemicals) and information, education & communication.

The Health Minister, Shri J P Nadda stated this in a written reply in the RajyaSabha here today.