Port Blair, Sept. 28: The 28th Round of FMD Vaccination (3rd Phase of NADCP) in South Andaman district began on September 1, 2023. The vaccination campaign includes the vaccination of Cattle and Buffaloes, ear tagging of these animals, and animal registration in the Pashudhan Portal. As of now, 6488 animals have been vaccinated, and 2352 cattle and buffaloes have been ear-tagged, benefiting a total of 1392 farmers. The mass FMD vaccination program is set to conclude on September 30, 2023.
To ensure the success of this vaccination program, the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department is actively sending vaccination teams to farmers' doorsteps. It is essential for all farmers and livestock owners to cooperate fully with the team leader and members of these vaccination teams. The cooperation of general public is crucial for the successful achievement of the vaccination program's goals, including protecting your animals from Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD.