Containment Measures Implemented in Sikkim's Soreng After Avian Influenza Detection

Following confirmed avian influenza cases in Soreng district, Sikkim, containment orders have been issued with affected areas declared infected and surveillance zones established. Movement of poultry and related materials is banned, and humane culling of infected birds is underway per government protocols. Authorities have closed live bird markets, initiated sanitisation drives, and set up monitoring for exposed individuals. Inter-departmental coordination and strict enforcement measures, including check-posts and penalties, are in place to control the outbreak.