Awareness on Zoonotic diseases held in Chandel
Source: Chronicle News Service

Chandel, May 15 2025: A one-day awareness programme on "Disseminating the Zoonotic Diseases in Chandel District" was organised by Chandel Forest Division under the leadership of Chandel DFO Dr Naorem Munal Meitei and his team on Thursday at Japhou Upper Primary School, Chandel.

The programme was conducted under the aegis of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) and Chief Wildlife Warden, Manipur.

Dr Munal, School Management Committee convenor K Tathangam, headmaster Shongsir Nicodam Monsang and forest range officer W Sumo attended the event as presidium members.

Addressing the gathering, Dr Munal highlighted the high prevalence of insect-borne diseases in hilly and forested areas.

He stated that zoonotic diseases such as Scrub Typhus, Dengue, Japanese Encephalitis, and Rabies, although treatable, can cause permanent disabilities or even death if not detected and treated early.

He urged the public to remain vigilant and seek early testing, while also stressing the need to prevent the transmission of diseases from domestic, poultry, and wild animals.

Protecting the environment, forests, and ecology, he said, is crucial to preventing such outbreaks.

As part of the programme, a spot painting competition was also organised for students of Class IX to XII in observance of the International Day of Biological Diversity 2025.The competition, held on the theme "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development," was organised at Japhou Upper Primary School by the Chandel Forest Division.

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