Firozabad Launches Free Animal Vaccination Drive Against Deadly Diseases

• Firozabad's Animal Husbandry Department initiates a free vaccination campaign to protect animals from deadly diseases, especially Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).
• Teams will visit every village and home to vaccinate approximately 6.49 lakh animals, ensuring convenience for livestock owners.
• The campaign targets the winter season when FMD risk is high, affecting animal health and milk production.
• Livestock Extension Officers and para-vets will lead the vaccination efforts, administering 2 ml of safe vaccine per animal.
• Vaccination is free; owners can also get vaccines from veterinary hospitals. Pregnant animals and those under 6 months are excluded.

Why It Matters: Firozabad begins a free, door-to-door animal vaccination drive to combat FMD and protect livestock.