Import of live birds banned in Delhi
India
Published: Sunday, January 10, 2021, 8:56 [IST]
New Delhi, Jan 10: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced a ban on import of live birds in the national capital and closure of Ghazipur poultry market for the next 10 days in view of bird flu scare.
Noting that there is no confirmed case of avian influenza in Delhi so far, the chief minister said samples have been sent to Jalandhar laboratory. He also said that a 24-hour helpline has been set up for assistance of people. In the last few days, there have been several cases of bird flu across various parts of the country, which is a cause of worry. Cases of bird flu have been registered in Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Updated Jan 09, 2021 | 08:56 IST
The Centre had on Friday confirmed bird flu in a total of six states - Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat. Around 20 crows have died in Delhi s Mayur Vihar over last few days | Photo Credit: PTI
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced a ban on import of live birds in the national capital and closure of Ghazipur poultry market for the next 10 days in view of bird flu scare.
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NEW DELHI: Bird-to-human or human-to-human transmission of bird flu is rare. However, doctors advise precautionary measures, such as avoiding consuming uncooked or partially cooked chicken. Avian influenza can spread to humans through droppings, saliva and secretion of the infected bird, so it is advisable to avoid contaminated surfaces.
Dr JC Suri, director, department of pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at Fortis Hospital, said, “Those involved in the handling of poultry birds, for example chicken, should clean and disinfect any suspected infected areas and wear protective gear, such as gloves.”
Another public health expert said people should be alert about birds dying in their localities. “One should not venture near bird carcasses and immediately report any death to the authorities,” added the expert.
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The Ghazipur poultry market has also been shut for the next 10 days.
Besides, the popular Hauz Khas Park in south Delhi, which is a huge water body and attracts a large crowds every day, has also been shut, officials said.