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The programme aimed to promote preventive animal healthcare, improve livestock management practices and familiarise farmers with departmental initiatives aimed at enhancing animal productivity and strengthening rural livelihoods.
During the camp, informational pamphlets on animal diseases and preventive measures were distributed among the participants. Additionally, one kilogram of mineral mixture was provided to each participating farmer to promote balanced animal nutrition and improve the health and productivity of dairy animals.
Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Dr. Irfan Ali Wani, addressed the gathering and interacted with the farmers. He provided detailed information about major livestock diseases, including Rabies, Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) and Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), highlighting their transmission, symptoms, preventive measures and the importance of timely veterinary intervention.
Special emphasis was laid on Rabies awareness and prevention, considering its serious public health implications. Dr. Wani advised farmers to avoid contact with suspected infected animals, ensure anti-rabies vaccination of dogs and cats and promptly report suspected cases to the concerned authorities. He stressed that anyone bitten or scratched by a potentially rabid animal must immediately wash the wound with soap and running water for at least 15 minutes and seek urgent medical attention for assessment and appropriate post-exposure prophylaxis.
Dr. Wani also highlighted various government schemes and welfare initiatives being implemented by the department, encouraging farmers and rural youth to explore self-employment opportunities in the dairy and livestock sectors and avail themselves of available technical guidance and departmental assistance.
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon LDC Mohalla Dr. Ifran Shah elaborated on departmental schemes, explaining their benefits and the procedures for accessing the available assistance and services.
Dr. Naveed Anjum sensitised the participants to scientific dairy management practices, emphasising balanced feeding, proper animal housing, adequate drinking water, cleanliness, regular health monitoring and timely veterinary care. He highlighted that adopting these practices can improve milk production, maintain animal health and enhance the profitability of dairy farming.
The camp concluded with an emphasis on strengthening farmer awareness, promoting scientific livestock-rearing practices and ensuring better utilisation of departmental services and welfare schemes for the sustainable development of the livestock sector in Doda district.
