The mass death of crows was also reported recently from Jodhpur. The Jhalawar Municipal Council has ordered closure of all poultry and egg shops in the city and sanitised the affected area near the Radi Ke Balaji temple. Jhalawar Collector Ngikya Gohain said the prohibitory orders clamped under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. “A rapid response team will also ensure strict compliance with the Avian Influenza Action Plan-2015 and collect samples from the nearby poultry farms and shops,” he said. In Jodhpur, death of crows was reported when their carcasses were found in the Chaupasni Housing Board area during the last few days.

Source: The Hindu December 31, 2020 15:22 UTC