Pandemic Fund Project on Animal Health Security in India

Source: This post on Pandemic Fund Project on Animal Health Security in India has been created based on the article “Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh launches $25 Million Pandemic Fund Project; Aimed at Strengthening Animal Health Security in India” published in PIB on 26th October 2024.

Why in news?

Recently, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying introduced the Pandemic Fund Project titled “Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response” in New Delhi.

About Pandemic Fund Project

1. About: The Pandemic Fund, established under Indonesia’s G20 Presidency.

2. Aim: It aims to bolster India’s animal health systems for improved pandemic readiness. It aims to address zoonotic disease risks, thus protecting animal and human populations from potential pandemics.

3. Objectives: The Pandemic Fund Project is designed to support and enhance existing departmental initiatives through:

i) Disease Surveillance: Improved disease monitoring using genomic and environmental surveillance.

ii) Laboratory Infrastructure: Enhanced diagnostic facilities for early detection.

iii) Cross-Border Collaboration: Strengthened international cooperation for zoonotic disease management.

4. Implementation Partners: The project will be implemented with the collaboration of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the World Bank, focusing on an integrated approach to strengthen India’s animal health systems and pandemic defenses.

Newly Released Documents to Aid Animal Health Management

1. Standard Veterinary Treatment Guidelines (SVTG): A comprehensive guide outlining veterinary best practices aimed at improving livestock health, productivity, and support for the national Anti-microbial Resistance plan.

2. Crisis Management Plan (CMP): A framework designed to aid in effective management and containment of animal disease outbreaks.

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