Restriction order regarding African swine fever

HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Aug 23: In response to the identification of cases of
African swine fever in multiple locations within the Kohima
district, deputy commissioner Kohima, Shanavas C, has issued a
restrictive order.
The order designates Sechü Zubza as an infected zone,
encompassing a radius of 1km from the infected premises.
Additionally, a Surveillance Zone has been established, covering
a 10 km radius from the infected premises.
The order stipulates several restrictions, including prohibition
on the slaughter of pigs within the designated zones, ban on
the import and export of pigs and piglets within the affected
areas and transportation of pigs and pork products within the
specified locations.
These restrictions are to be strictly adhered to in the identified
areas until further notice.