BAHAWALPUR: A deadly disease has broken out among camels in the 66 lakh-acre Cholistan Desert, known as Rohi, the Livestock Department reported.
According to officials, the outbreak has already claimed dozens of camels, and surveillance across the desert is ongoing. In the past five days, special livestock teams have examined over 11,000 camels.
A spokesperson from the Livestock Department said that 1,100 camels showed symptoms of the disease, and treatment is underway. Additionally, 52 camel samples have been sent to advanced livestock laboratories in Lahore and Islamabad for further analysis.
The department is currently using five different types of medicines to treat the affected animals. Authorities expressed hope that, with ongoing measures, the spread of the disease will be contained, and continuous monitoring is in place.
The Livestock Department urged camel owners and herders to isolate infected animals immediately, stay in contact with veterinary teams, and limit movement to help prevent further spread of the disease.