Over 1.18 lakh injured birds rescued in Gujarat since launch of Karuna Abhiyan

February 2, 2026 2:50 PM

Over 1.18 lakh injured birds rescued in Gujarat since launch of Karuna Abhiyan

Over the last 10 years, more than 1.18 lakh birds injured largely during the Uttarayan kite-flying season have been rescued across Gujarat under the state’s Karuna Abhiyan, according to official data of the Forest and Environment Department. The campaign, launched in 2017, has provided medical treatment to over 1.29 lakh injured birds, achieving a recovery rate of more than 92 per cent. Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia said the sustained outcomes reflected steady improvements ...

Bird Flu: Odisha govt to cull 20,000 birds in response to avian influenza outbreak

September 16, 2024 3:57 PM

Bird Flu: Odisha govt to cull 20,000 birds in response to avian influenza outbreak

A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed in Pipli town of of Odisha's Puri district, with detection of the H5N1 avian influenza in several poultry farms, prompting authorities to take initiate containment measures. As part of containment measures, over 20,000 birds are set to be culled to prevent the spread of the virus to other regions. The Animal Husbandry Department has initiated the culling process, which is expected to continue for several days. Local officials are ensuring that all protocol...