Mysterious animal disease claims 50 in Senapati
Source: The Sangai Express / Newmai News Network
Imphal, July 11 2011:
A mysterious animal disease which broke out less than two weeks ago in Senapati district in Manipur has reportedly claimed more than fifty cows and buffaloes,
said a source.
The epidemic continues to claim the lives of about 6-7 animals in and around Makhan village in Tadubi block of Senapati district, a villager informed Newmai News Network today while adding that the symptoms of the mysterious animal disease include excessive urinating and saliva.
Animals that show signs of infection and symtom do not live for more than three days, he added.
The villagers are aggrieved that despite complaints being made before Maram and Senapati Vet Departments no one from the departments has turned up quoting lack of medicine and equipment to handle such evantuality.
The villagers of the areas and its vicinity have appealed to concerned authorities and departments and other concern agencies, societies, companies and individuals who might be able to help in reversing the situation.
The villagers also feared that the disease might be transferable onto human if not addressed forthwith.