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The virus may be present not just in the meat but also in eggs, droppings and other remains.
In total, around 20,000 birds will be culled to contain the flu.
According to official reports, around 14,228 birds in Kozhikode and 5,961 birds in Alappuzha are to be culled.
Scientists are wary that millions of people will fall ill and mass deaths would occur if this virus mutates and causes human-to-human transmission.
Alappuzha is facing a ban on poultry and meat products due to the bird flu outbreak, causing concern among restaurants.
The expert committee recommended among immediate measures that there should be a total ban of live bird movement till the end of March 2025.
The sale and movement of birds (both within and outside) in all districts affected by bird flu should be banned until March 2025, recommended the panel.
After culling, disposing of the carcasses is a big challenge as the firewood, coconut husks and shells would be dampened by the rain.
According to chicken traders, the livelihood of around 1,500 people employed in the sector is at stake.
Earlier, bird flu was also confirmed in crows found dead in the district.
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