Karachi, September 18, 2024
A deadly bird flu virus, known as Chicken Gonia, has spread across Pakistan, including Sindh, sparking concerns among poultry farmers and consumers.
Experts warn that consuming infected chicken can lead to skin diseases, prompting advice to avoid eating poultry for the next six months.
The outbreak has led to a significant drop in chicken prices, from Rs. 640 to Rs. 350 within two days, following the viral circulation of images of diseased chickens.
POULTRY INDUSTRY IN CRISIS
The spread of Chicken Gonia has raised alarms among poultry farmers, with fears of widespread losses.
“The situation is critical, and immediate action is needed to contain the outbreak,” said a local poultry farmer.
HEALTH EXPERTS SOUND ALARM
Maqsood Ahmed, a veterinary expert, cautioned, “The virus can transmit to humans through infected poultry, posing a significant risk to public health.”
GOVERNMENT RESPONSE DEMANDED
The poultry industry has urged the government to take swift measures to control the outbreak and provide support to affected farmers.
Source: Local Correspondent
Photo. Infected chickens at a poultry farm in Sindh.
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