Ban on import of live birds from India

Muscat: Ministry of Agriculture has banned the import of of live birds and their products and derivatives from the Indian state of Odisha.

A statement issued online by Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries said :"A ban has been placed on the import of live birds, products and their derivatives from the state of Odisha in the Republic of India."

"This decision is based on a recommendation from the competent veterinary authority,” the statement added.