Peren and Chümoukedima have lifted restrictions on the slaughter, transport, sale and movement of pigs and pork after improvement in the African Swine Fever situation.
DIMAPUR — The district administrations of Peren and Chümoukedima have lifted restrictions on the slaughter, transportation, sale and movement of pigs and pork following an improvement in the African Swine Fever (ASF) situation, while directing all stakeholders to continue observing strict biosecurity and disease surveillance measures.
In Peren, Deputy Commissioner Hiazu Meru lifted the ban on the slaughter of pigs, import of pork and transportation of pigs into Jalukie Valley with immediate effect.
According to an official order, the decision was taken on the recommendation of the Chief Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Officer, Peren. The restrictions had been imposed through an order issued on April 25, 2026, following concerns over the spread of ASF.
While revoking the ban, the DC directed all pork vendors, butchers, traders, transporters and consumers to strictly adhere to prescribed biosecurity measures.
Stakeholders have also been instructed to produce transit challans whenever required and maintain records of quarantine history.
The order further mandated that every consignment of pigs and pork must be accompanied by a health certificate issued by a competent veterinarian.
It also directed all stakeholders to comply with the hygiene protocols prescribed by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services.
The public has been urged to immediately report any unusual illness or death of pigs to officials of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services. The order warned that violations of the prescribed guidelines would invite appropriate action under the relevant provisions of the law.
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Meanwhile, in Chümoukedima, Deputy Commissioner Polan John lifted the ban on the transportation, slaughter, sale and movement of pigs and pork from Toulozouma and adjoining villages with immediate effect after the area was declared free from African Swine Fever.
According to the official order, the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), Chümoukedima, reported on July 17 that no fresh cases or pig deaths due to ASF had been recorded in Toulozouma and neighbouring villages within the declared containment zone.
The CVO certified that, based on the nil-incidence report and the prevailing disease situation, the area could be considered free from ASF and recommended the withdrawal of the restrictions imposed earlier.
Accepting the recommendation, the district administration revoked the restrictions in the interest of public convenience.
However, the order stated that the Veterinary department will continue strict disease surveillance and routine monitoring in the area. It also directed that any suspected case of ASF be reported immediately to the district administration for necessary action.
The deputy commissioner called upon all concerned departments, village councils and the general public to take note of the order and ensure its strict compliance.