Sheep Husbandry Deptt hosts awareness camp at Chatroo; Distributes Free Veterinary Kits.

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 29(PTK): The Sheep Husbandry Department Kishtwar organized an Awareness-cum-Training Camp at Chatroo today to educate sheep breeders about scientific rearing, animal healthcare, wool management and government welfare schemes.

Over 50 breeders from Chatroo and nearby areas participated in the programme. The experts provided guidance on flock management, balanced nutrition, animal hygiene, disease prevention, vaccination and winter preparedness. Breeders were also sensitised to the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) and measures to protect livestock from infectious diseases.

The camp featured sessions on scientific wool shearing and improved wool management practices aimed at enhancing wool quality and market value. Participants were also informed about departmental welfare schemes and support initiatives for sheep breeders.

As part of the programme, free veterinary first-aid medicine kits were distributed among breeders to strengthen basic livestock healthcare. Addressing the gathering, District Sheep Husbandry Officer Dr. Azhar Moomin Bichoo reiterated the department’s commitment to promoting scientific sheep farming, improving livestock productivity and supporting the socio-economic development of rural communities.(PTK)