Guptapara, Nov. 21: ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (CIARI) conducted awareness programme on “World Antimicrobial Resistance Week” at Guptapara Village South Andaman on 21.11.2025. The awareness programme was conducted under the chairmanship of Dr. Jai Sunder, Director, ICAR-CIARI, and convened by Dr. R. Kiruba Sankar, Head, Division of Fisheries.
The awareness programme was conducted under the All India Network Project in Livestock and Fisheries (Fisheries component). During the awareness programme, the participants were advised on the responsible use of antibiotics in fisheries, livestock, and human health.
Dr. J. Praveenraj, Scientist and Course Director, along with Course Coordinator Chittaranajan Raul imparted awareness on the alternatives for antibiotics for usage in aquaculture. Mr. Chittaranjan Raul, scientist spoke on the responsible use of antibiotics in the context of one health. The programme was attended by 50 farmers, officers from public health department, veterinary department, and self-help group. The awareness programme was followed by healthy fish seed distribution to selected farmers. The awareness programme received very positive feedback from the participants.