भाषा:

On Wednesday, 14 October 2026, a team from the Union Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying visited lumpy skin disease (LSD) hit villages in Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The team checked the health of local cattle, reviewed control measures, had samples taken from sick animals for lab testing, and handed farmers mineral mixture, wound-dressing material and disinfectants. No case or death figures were released. For dairy farmers in the region, this is a clear signal to act on prevention now.

Key facts

ItemDetail
Date of visitWednesday, 14 October 2026
Districts visitedJammu, Samba and Kathua (J&K)
Team leaderDr Sudam Bagh, Deputy Commissioner (Livestock Health), Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Also presentDr Sandeep Pandita, M S Institute of Animal Health and Biological Production, R S Pura; Dr Muddassir Nazar, Livestock Development Officer, R S Pura
Sampling (Samba, Kathua)DDR&P team led by Lab Officer Dr Abhimanyu Chauhan
Sampling (Jammu)District Investigation Office team led by Lab Officer Dr Ravinder Singh Thakur
Given to farmersMineral mixture, wound-dressing material, disinfectants
Case numbersNot released

Why it is happening: what lumpy skin disease is

Lumpy skin disease is a viral disease of cattle and buffaloes, caused by a capripox virus (the same family as goat pox and sheep pox). It does not spread to people. India saw a large outbreak in 2022, and the disease keeps returning in warm, humid months when biting insects are plentiful.

How it spreads: mainly through blood-sucking flies, mosquitoes and ticks that carry the virus from a sick animal to a healthy one. Moving infected animals between villages and markets, shared needles and contaminated equipment can also carry it.

Signs to watch for: high fever, firm round lumps (nodules) on the skin of the neck, body, udder and legs, swollen glands in front of the shoulder, watery eyes and nose, drooling, swollen legs or lameness, poor appetite and a sharp drop in milk. Some pregnant animals may abort. Most animals recover, but recovery can take weeks.

During its visit, the central team also ran awareness sessions on prevention, biosecurity, hygiene and good livestock management, and later held a review meeting with Jammu district officers that stressed surveillance and farmer awareness.

What it means for dairy farmers

  • Milk loss: an infected cow can lose much of her milk for weeks, and some do not return to full yield in that lactation.
  • Treatment cost: fever control, wound care and fly control add up, and skin wounds can get secondary infection and maggots.
  • Fertility and value: abortion, delayed heat and damaged hides lower an animal’s value.
  • Movement limits: when LSD is active, local authorities may restrict cattle fairs and trade, which affects buying and selling.

What farmers should do now

  • Vaccinate healthy animals. In India, goat pox vaccine has been used against LSD, and Lumpi-ProVacInd is India’s own indigenous LSD vaccine. Ask your government vet which vaccine is available and when to give it.
  • Isolate any animal with fever or skin lumps at once, and keep it under a net if possible. Use separate buckets and feeding tools for it.
  • Control flies, mosquitoes and ticks: clean dung and standing water daily, use vet-advised insect sprays or tick treatment, and use smoke or nets in the evening.
  • Disinfect the shed regularly and keep wounds clean and covered, as advised by your vet.
  • Milk hygiene: milk sick animals last, wash hands and utensils well, and always boil milk before use at home.
  • Do not buy or move cattle from affected areas until the outbreak settles.
  • Call your nearest government veterinary hospital or Animal Husbandry Department office as soon as you see signs. Do not self-medicate.

Good daily nutrition, including minerals and vitamins, helps animals stay strong and recover faster. This is supportive care, not a cure or a replacement for vaccination.

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FAQ

Can people get lumpy skin disease from milk?

LSD is not known to infect humans. Still, always boil milk before drinking, and follow your vet’s advice on milk from sick animals.

Is there a vaccine for lumpy skin disease in India?

Yes. Goat pox vaccine has been widely used, and Lumpi-ProVacInd is India’s indigenous LSD vaccine. Your government vet can tell you what is available in your area.

Can a cow with LSD recover?

Most animals recover with good care, clean wounds, fever control and rest, though milk may stay low for weeks. Early treatment by a vet gives the best chance.

Also read: mineral mixture for cows · dairy feeding and nutrition · IMN dairy products

Source: Kashmir Observer (PTI), 14 Oct 2026. Written by the IMN Pyrophos team in our own words.

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