It is believed that sick pigs were imported from India.
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African swine fever has been detected in pork sold at the Parasi market in West Nawalparasi. Samples were collected for meat testing on Wednesday during market monitoring.
The PCR report sent to Kathmandu after the initial test has also confirmed the infection.
Deepak Bhusal, head of the Veterinary Hospital and Animal Service Expert Center, Parasi, said, "Samples were collected after it was found that meat was being sold in a disorderly manner in the market. Everyone has been urged to be vigilant as the infection has been confirmed and some farmers' pigs have died."
Initial information has been received that about 100 pigs have died in the district so far. It is estimated that sick pigs may have been imported from India and slaughtered due to the open border. The administration has warned against slaughtering sick pigs and selling them.
