Following confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) in a pig farm at Ward-9, Medziphema Town, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Medziphema, P James Swu, has issued a circular imposing immediate containment and preventive measures to curb the spread of the disease.
According to the circular, the Chief Veterinary Officer, Chümoukedima, confirmed on May 25, 2026 that pig tissue samples collected from the farm tested positive for ASF.
In response, the district administration declared a one-kilometre radius from the outbreak epicentre as the “Infected Zone” and a 10-kilometre radius as the “Surveillance Zone.”
The order imposed a complete ban on transportation of pigs, piglets, pork, and pork products from and within the containment and surveillance zones. Slaughter of pigs for commercial or private purposes, along with sale and distribution of pork and pork products within the notified zones, has also been prohibited until further orders.
Pig farmers and residents have been advised to immediately report any unusual sickness or death of pigs to the nearest Veterinary Officer or concerned department.
The circular further stated that disposal of pig carcasses must be carried out strictly according to protocols and guidelines prescribed by the Veterinary Department. Surveillance and monitoring activities will be conducted by the Veterinary Department in coordination with law enforcement agencies.
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All village authorities, ward authorities, GBs, meat vendors, and concerned citizens have been directed to fully cooperate with the Veterinary Department and District Administration in surveillance, inspection, and containment activities.
The ADC warned that any violation of the order would invite strict action under relevant laws and applicable disease control protocols.
Tseminyu:
African Swine Fever (ASF) has been confirmed in Tseminyu Village after tissue samples collected from the area tested positive at the Animal Health Care laboratory, according to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), Tseminyu.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Tseminyu, Japheth Woch, informed that several reports of pig mortality around Tseminyu had also been received by the Veterinary Hospital, Tseminyu.
Stating that ASF is a highly contagious viral disease affecting pigs, the DC said immediate preventive and containment measures were necessary to prevent further spread of the disease.
Accordingly, the area within a one-kilometre radius from Tseminyu Village has been declared as the “Infected Zone,” while areas extending up to nine kilometres beyond the infected zone have been designated as the “Surveillance Zone.”
The DC advised the public to refrain from the purchase, sale, and consumption of pork and pork products within the infected zone and adjoining or contiguous areas. Slaughter, sale, purchase, and transportation of pigs and pork products within the affected areas have been strictly prohibited until further orders.
The order further stated that disposal of dead pigs must be carried out only through deep burial or incineration in accordance with approved bio-security and sanitary protocols.
The Office of the CVO Tseminyu has been directed to implement all necessary surveillance, quarantine, containment, sanitization, and disease control measures as per government guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
The DC also urged the public to remain vigilant and immediately report any unusual sickness, suspected infection, abnormal behaviour, or sudden death of pigs to the nearest veterinary centre, hospital, or the Office of the CVO Tseminyu.
The notification stated that the order has come into force with immediate effect in the interest of public safety, animal health, and disease containment, and shall remain effective until further orders.
