The Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh will launch two pivotal initiatives aimed at strengthening the animal health infrastructure in India: the Pandemic Fund Project on "Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response" and the 21st Livestock Census operation. The launch will take place on 25th October 2024 at 10:00 AM at Hotel Leela Ambience Convention, Shahdara, New Delhi.

The event will also be graced by the Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Shri Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel and Shri George Kurian serving as Guests of Honour. The event will also see the participation of distinguished guests including Shri Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa; Prof. Dr. V K Paul, Member Health, NITI Aayog; Ms. Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD); and Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, Secretary, Health & Family Welfare.

Important documents aimed at enhancing animal health management in India will also be released during the event. The DAHD invites all stakeholders to participate in this vital event, contributing to India’s efforts in pandemic preparedness and strengthening animal health security.

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