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Agriculture
267 Mithun Die in Arunachal’s Dibang Valley as Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease Spreads to 21 Villages
✍️ The Assam Tribune
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 02:34 AM
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An outbreak of foot‑and‑mouth disease has caused the death of 267 mithun across 21 villages in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh. Veterinary authorities are taking steps to contain the spread.
The deaths were reported in the remote Dibang Valley district, where mithun, a semi‑wild bovine species, are an important part of local tribal livelihoods. Foot‑and‑mouth disease, a highly contagious viral infection affecting cloven‑hoofed animals, has been detected in 21 villages so far.
State animal husbandry officials have launched surveillance campaigns and are advising villagers to isolate sick animals and restrict movement of livestock. Vaccination drives are being planned to protect healthy herds.
Although the exact source of the outbreak is still under investigation, officials say timely reporting and community cooperation are crucial to prevent further losses. The situation is being monitored closely to assess any need for additional support from central agencies.
State animal husbandry officials have launched surveillance campaigns and are advising villagers to isolate sick animals and restrict movement of livestock. Vaccination drives are being planned to protect healthy herds.
Although the exact source of the outbreak is still under investigation, officials say timely reporting and community cooperation are crucial to prevent further losses. The situation is being monitored closely to assess any need for additional support from central agencies.