Kerala bird flu scare: Nearly 6,000 birds to be culled from March 21. Authorities on high alert
- Posted on March 19, 2026
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Kerala bird flu scare: Nearly 6,000 birds to be culled from March 21. Authorities on high alert
Kerala bird flu scare: Bird flu (H5N1) has been confirmed in Alappuzha's Muhamma grama panchayat, prompting authorities to cull over 5,000 birds. Rapid response teams are implementing containment measures within a one-kilometre radius of the epicentre. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any unusual bird deaths.