Mysterious disease kills over 40 cattle in Burewala villages

BUREWALA: A mysterious disease has struck cattle in various villages of Burewala tehsil, resulting in the death of more than 40 cattle during the last two days.

According to reports, the outbreak has intensified in different areas of Gaggo Mandi, leaving the farmers in distress. The livestock owners claim that the disease remains unidentified, but affected animals collapse and die suddenly. They insist it is not foot-and-mouth disease.

The farmers have criticised the Livestock Department for failing to take preventive measures or provide vaccinations. However, in response to the alarming situation, the department has now come into action. A team of livestock experts led by Deputy Director Dr Mohsin Bhatti visited the affected areas to assess the crisis and ensure timely treatment.

A detailed inspection of multiple farms revealed severe management deficiencies, exposure to toxic substances, clostridial infection and respiratory disease symptoms. To determine the exact cause, samples of blood, silage, fodder and feed have been collected for laboratory analysis.

With input from the Vehari assistant disease investigation officer, emergency treatment has been initiated, and a special team has been deployed for continuous monitoring and preventive measures. The authorities are closely tracking the situation to minimise further losses and implement effective disease control strategies.