Archive · 23 May 2025
Kanpur Zoo Staff Tests Negative for Bird Flu; Surveillance Continues
Scientists are checking for bird flu in Kanpur.
The zoo staff were tested, and all results came back negative, which is good news!
They are taking samples from different places like farms and wetlands to make sure the disease isn't spreading.
They haven't found anything to worry about so far, and the city is still selling chicken and eggs.
The scientists are working with local authorities to keep everything safe and healthy.
Kanpur zoo staff tested negative for bird flu.
Surveillance teams are actively collecting samples.
District has not reported any unusual bird deaths.
No restrictions on poultry trade or transport imposed.
Control room numbers have been released for public reporting.
- Who
- Scientists from DAHD, ICAR-NIHSAD, IVRI, CWL, and local authorities
- What
- Surveillance, sample collection, and assessment of avian influenza prevention measures
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Kanpur district, India
- Why
- To address and prevent avian influenza
Affected Industries
Public Safety
Impact on Poultry Farmers
Affected Industries
Concerned about potential losses due to outbreaks.
Public Safety
N/A
Consumer Behavior
Affected Industries
Reduced demand due to fear.
Public Safety
N/A
- Location
- Kanpur, India
- Lead Agency
- Animal Husbandry Department
- Sample Locations
- Poultry Farms, Wetlands, Kanpur Zoo
- Testing Facility
- IVRI, Bareilly
- RRT Teams
- 13 Active (10 Rural, 3 Urban)
- Control Room Numbers
- 0512-2535098 (Animal Husbandry); 9395333671 (Health)
