Bird Flu Confirmed in Darbhanga: High Alert Issued, Public Urged to Take Precautions

• Bird flu (H5N1) confirmed in Darbhanga after mysterious deaths of thousands of birds at Muktidham cremation ground.
• Over 10,000 crows and other birds estimated to have died, prompting district administration and health department to act.
• Municipal Corporation and Animal Husbandry Department are collecting and burying dead birds safely, and sanitizing the area.
• Intensive surveillance of poultry farms and chicken sales centers within a 1 km radius, and random sampling within 5 km, is underway.
• Public advised to avoid direct contact with birds, thoroughly cook chicken and eggs, and report any dead birds to authorities.

Why It Matters: Darbhanga is on high alert due to confirmed bird flu, with public urged to follow safety guidelines.