Thursday, 21st May 2026 (Nokinketer News): Dimapur Deputy Commissioner Dr. Tinojongshi Chang, NCS, has issued a press release declaring infected and surveillance zones following the detection and laboratory confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) positive cases in pigs at Signal Angami Village under Dimapur District.

According to the notification issued on May 20, 2026, a 1 km radius from the infected area at Signal Angami Village has been declared as the infected zone, while a 10 km radius from the infected zone has been declared as the surveillance zone. The movement of pigs and piglets from the infected and surveillance zones to non-infected areas has been completely banned.

The order further stated that the movement of pigs, pork, pig feed, carcasses, and other pig-related products into and out of the infected and surveillance zones has been strictly prohibited. Slaughter, sale, transportation, and congregation of pigs within the infected area will also remain banned until further orders.

Pig farmers and residents have been advised to immediately report any unusual sickness or death of pigs to the nearest veterinary officer or department. The administration also directed all pig farm owners to maintain proper biosecurity measures, including disinfection and restricted farm access.

The disposal of pig carcasses will be carried out strictly as per Veterinary Department protocols and Government of India guidelines. The veterinary department, along with law enforcement agencies, will conduct surveillance and monitoring in the affected areas.

The Deputy Commissioner warned that any violation of the order would invite necessary legal action under the relevant provisions of law.

All concerned departments, village and ward councils, pig farmers, pork vendors, transporters, and the general public have been requested to extend full cooperation to contain and prevent the further spread of African swine fever in the district.

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