Lumpy Skin Disease has emerged as a significant concern in the Mangrol taluka of Surat. Here's a comprehensive overview of the situation and the actions being taken to address it.
The Emergence of Lumpy Skin Disease
- August 25, 2023: Unexplained cattle deaths in Verkui village, Surat's Mangrol taluka.
- Suspicion: Over 15 cattle, mainly cows and calves, found dead under suspicious circumstances.
- Immediate Response: District panchayat veterinary department and Sumul Dairy doctors investigate.
Testing and Confirmation
- Sample Collection: Samples from 13 infected cattle sent to the government laboratory in Ahmedabad.
- Worrying Results: Four cattle deaths since August 25 test positive for Lumpy Skin Disease virus.
- Confirmation Date: Positive test results received on a fateful Friday.
The State Animal Husbandry Department's Response
- Surveillance Efforts: Extensive survey conducted in Verkui and 36 neighboring villages.
- Alarming Figures: 40 confirmed cases of Lumpy Skin Disease identified in the taluka.
- Daily Monitoring: Veterinary teams deployed for continuous cattle monitoring.
- Awareness Campaign: Collaborative efforts with Sumul Dairy's veterinary doctors' team.
- Educating Cattle Rearers: Clear instructions on isolation and reporting protocols.
- Mass Vaccination Drive: Over 10,000 out of 30,000 cattle vaccinated in the taluka.
- Mobile Awareness Vans: Spreading awareness in various villages.
- Ambitious Goal: Vaccinate all cattle in Mangrol taluka by September 15.
The outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease in Surat's Mangrol taluka is a matter of great concern. However, prompt action by the state animal husbandry department, including extensive surveillance, awareness campaigns, and mass vaccination drives, gives hope for containment and recovery.
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