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Andhra’s Chittoor district is bird flu-free, says official; farmers advised to remain vigilant

Andhra’s Chittoor district is bird flu-free, says official; farmers advised to remain vigilant
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Animal Husbandry Joint Director Umamaheswari on Friday (October 9, 2026) announced that Chittoor district is free from bird flu and assured people that there is no need to panic.

In a statement, the official said that preventive measures were taken to check the spread of the virus, and employees at check posts have been alerted about poultry transportation from other districts and States. Poultry farmers were advised to remain vigilant and strictly follow biosecurity precautions.

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Originally published by The Hindu on Oct 9, 2026 Read the full article at thehindu.com
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