Amid rising concerns over Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Telangana, the Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Department has urged the public not to panic, assuring that properly-cooked broiler chicken and layer eggs are safe for consumption.
In a bulletin released on Thursday, the department underscored that poultry meat cooked at temperatures above 70°C for at least 30 minutes is deemed safe, in line with the Government of India’s advisory.
Telangana government has directed district administrations to increase vigilance and awareness among poultry farmers and stakeholders.
Source – thehindu.com
