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Bird flu scare: Death of a tigress lead to closure of zoos in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2025
Bird flu scare: All UP zoos, lion safari shut for visitors till May 27

Covid protocols implemented in one-kilometre radius of Kanpur zoo; Central Zoo Authority (CZA) officials expected to carry out an inspection today



LUCKNOW/GORAKHPUR/KANPUR All zoos in Uttar Pradesh, along with the Etawah Lion Safari, will remain closed for visitors till May 27 as a precautionary measure to ensure that all protocols for H5 avian influenza are followed for the safety of birds and animals, said forest minister Arun K Saxena on Tuesday.
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Experts from the Central Zoo Authority collecting samples at the Gorakhpur zoo on Monday. (HT Photo)
Gorakhpur, Lucknow and Kanpur zoos were already shut till May 20 in wake of bird flu deaths but the closure has now been extended. “The closure of zoos is precautionary, and to ensure all protocols for H5 avian influenza are followed for safety of birds and animals,” said Saxena.

The closure of the Shaheed Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park in Gorakhpur may be extended further said officials. A public notice regarding the indefinite closure has been posted at the zoo entrance.

So far, deaths of Tiger ‘Keshri’, aged over seven years, on March 30, followed by that of a leopard on April 7, Tigress ‘Shakti’ on May 8, Lion ‘Pataudi’ on May 15, and a peacock have been confirmed due to bird flu in Gorakhpur and Kanpur zoos.
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Meanwhile concerns rose following the discovery of dead crows within the zoo premises. As of Monday evening, the total number of crow deaths on-site rose to nine. Veterinary staff sent the latest samples to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Bareilly, for further analysis.
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A significant population resides around the zoo. One of the housing projects developed by the Kanpur Development Authority is situated adjacent the zoo’s hospital and incineration zone. Many residents living close to the facility have expressed concern and kept their windows shut as a safety measure.

Central Zoo Authority (CZA) officials are expected to carry out an inspection of the zoo on Wednesday and likely to recommend additional steps to prevent spread of infection.
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He noted that blood and swab samples from 11 animals have been sent to a laboratory in Bhopal, and the results are expected by Wednesday morning.
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Two tigresses, Aadya and Pushpa, reportedly consumed only half their usual meal on Tuesday, and their condition is being watched closely by veterinary staff.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/citi...for-visitors-till-may-27-101747761844721.html
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May 20, 2025
Bird flu scare: UP zoos closed for another week, animal deaths reported in Kanpur, Gorakhpur zoos

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Principal Chief Forest Conservator (Wildlife) Anuradha Vemuri said that in light of the confirmed presence of bird flu case at the Shaheed Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park, the Wildlife Department has swiftly closed all zoos in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Kanpur and the Lion Safari in Etawah to tourists.

"A special monitoring system and stringent health safety protocols are being rigorously enforced across all zoos in the state, including those in Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, and the Etawah Safari Park. All Divisional Forest Officers (DFOs) have been directed to conduct regular health checkups for animals and to immediately report any signs of irregularities. Moreover, wild animals are now being fed only after routine health assessments to ensure their well-being," she said.

https://www.indiatvnews.com/uttar-p...ed-in-kanpur-gorakhpur-zoos-2025-05-20-991153
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May 19, 2025

Bird Flu Alert: Bird flu knocks in Kanpur, Covid protocol will be implemented; follow these rules

Bird Flu Alert In Kanpur After confirmation of bird flu in Kanpur Zoo, the health department is preparing to implement the​ Covid protocol. 11 teams have been formed to investigate​.
Health Department's ACMO and Nodal Dr. Rajeshwar Singh said that the team is preparing to follow the COVID protocol within a radius of one km of the zoo. This includes areas like Azadnagar, Nawabganj, HBTU Campus and Vikasnagar. The surveillance team is keeping an eye on the people living in these areas. As soon as symptoms of bird flu are seen, their samples will be taken for testing.​
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May 20, 2025
Bird flu scare: 70 samples from Kanpur sent to IVRI

Kanpur: The animal husbandry department collected 70 surveillance samples, including 10 from urban areas and 60 from rural areas, and sent to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar in Bareilly for tests following bird flu (avian influenza) scare on Tuesday. Previously, 340 samples, including 270 surveillance samples, were sent to the institute.

Chief veterinary officer, Kanpur City Dr IDN Chaturvedi said, "A total of 13 rapid response team (RRT) teams, ten in rural areas and three in the urban areas are currently operational under the department. No abnormal bird deaths or unusual situations have been found."

The health department did not collect any human serum samples for testing on Tuesday. Previously, 8 surveillance serum samples were collected, but their reports are still pending.

The district administration, meanwhile, has not imposed any restrictions on the marketing and movement of poultry or poultry products in any area of the district. However, the administration continues preventive measures to check the infection.

The district magistrate has formed 11 administrative teams led by seven additional city magistrates to effectively control avian influenza in the district.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...r-sent-to-ivri/articleshowprint/121298991.cms
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May 21, 20225

The team of Central Zoo Authority on Wednesday reviewed the situation of bird flu infection in the zoo. While they talked to doctors about the health and behaviour of the wildlife, random samples of tiger, lion, Indian bear, ostrich, rhinoceros and birds were taken. The experts in the team collected samples from the poultry farms of Parade and Nawabganj.
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The team included Dr. Vijay Kumar Tewatia, Joint Director of Department of Animal Husbandry Delhi, Dr. Manoj Kumar, Senior Scientist of National Institute of Advanced Animal Diseases Bhopal, Dr. M Pawade, Wildlife Head of IVRI Bareilly and scientist Dr. M Karikalan, Senior Scientist of Wildlife Institute of India Dehradun Dr. Karan Jain. A team took samples of bird feces, nasal hair and saliva of lion, tiger, rhinoceros inside the zoo. Samples of water and soil were taken from the enclosure of the dead lion, peacock and duck.
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Samples of those two tigresses were also taken who were not eating food three days ago. The team members specially inspected the lake, pond, tanks made for wild animals to drink water and other places where water collects and took samples.

The knife and wood used to cut meat were also examined
The team of scientists and doctors inspected the meat house built to provide food to carnivorous animals. They also collected samples from the knife and wood used to cut meat. They also examined the food given to the wildlife.​

https://www.amarujala.com/uttar-pra...nducted-the-investigation-2025-05-21?pageId=2
 

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22 May 2025
Bird flu: Wildlife reports not received even after four days, sample test reports of 90 employees came negative

The test report of samples of more than a dozen wildlife in the zoo has not come from Bhopal even after four days. On Wednesday, the central team has sent the wildlife samples to Bareilly and Bhopal. Now the reality of bird flu will be known only after the reports of both are received. However, the zoo administration is getting the enclosures sanitized and lime sprayed for safety. There is relief as the test report of the samples of 90 workers from the health department has come negative.
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Efforts are being made to keep the bird flu infection under control. The report of the samples sent four days ago is awaited. All other wild animals are completely healthy. - Shraddha Yadav, Zoo Director

https://www.amarujala.com/uttar-pra...-not-received-even-after-four-days-2025-05-22
 
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May 23, 2025

Bird flu spreads in Gorakhpur zoo, two leopard cubs and tigress...

2 hours ago — Jagran Correspondent, Gorakhpur: In the report received from National Institute of Higher Animals, Bhopal on Friday, bird flu has been confirmed in tigress Malani, two leopard cubs, Himalayan vulture and three crows found dead.​
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On May 15, Gorakhpur Zoo administration had sent samples of 35 wildlife including three crows to Bhopal for examination. After confirmation of bird flu in crows, the danger has increased for the entire city. Zoo doctors say that the infection ends in seven days. Once again, samples of these wildlife will be sent to Bhopal for examination.

Apart from this, the team of IVR, Bareilly, which came for the health audit of the wildlife, also took samples of the wildlife living around the dead crows and sent all of them together to Bhopal for testing. Zoo Director Vikas Yadav said that the test reports of all came on Friday morning. Bird flu has been confirmed in seven including three crows. The reports of all the others have come negative. This has confirmed that bird flu has reached the zoo through crows.

https://www.jagran.com/uttar-prades...nd-seven-animals-trapped-in-flu-23945256.html
 
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May 23, 2025

Zoological Park (zoo) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh has created a sensation in the entire city.

Danger of infection looming over wildlife

Dr. Yogesh Pratap Singh, who is the Deputy Director and Chief Veterinary Officer of the zoo, has said that this report is very worrying. Many enclosures in the zoo are open and there is regular movement of crows there. Due to which the risk of infection is high. He told that till now it has not been known how many crows have been infected with the virus. The risk of skin infection spreading remains constant. The threat to stop the spread of infection remains constant. An effective system is required to stop the spread of infection.​

Danger looming over the general public and the environment
This danger is not limited to the zoo only. The sky of Gorakhpur is filled with thousands of crows. Which sit on the roofs of houses, gardens and open food items. Birds can become a medium for spreading the virus along with coming in contact with humans.

Alert issued in the entire city
An alert has been issued in the entire city regarding the infection of bird flu. The Animal Husbandry Department has appealed to the general public to immediately inform the authorities if they see dead birds anywhere. Also, it has been advised to maintain distance from birds and be cautious.​

What do experts think

Experts believe that if this infection is not controlled in time, it can take a more serious form. At present, the administration is trying to keep the situation under control and not to be negligent in any way. Gorakhpur residents will now have to remain fully alert, because this danger cannot be limited to birds only.​

https://hindi.dynamitenews.com/utta...s-revelations-shocked-everyone-up-news-latest
 
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May 23, 2025

UP: Bird flu found in five animals including tigress, leopard in Gorakhpur zoo, infection spread due to this reasonUP: Bird flu found in five animals including tigress, leopard in Gorakhpur zoo, infection spread due to this reason

Bird flu has been detected in five animals including a tigress and a leopard in a zoo in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. After the report came, all the wildlife were isolated.

Five wild animals including a tigress and a leopard have been found infected with bird flu in the zoo. The infection has been confirmed in the report received on Friday from the National Institute of Advanced Animal Diseases, Bhopal. There has been a stir in the zoo due to the infection found in so many animals. Meanwhile, the report of three crows that died in the zoo has also come positive.

Tigress Shakti died of bird flu in Shaheed Ashfaqulla Khan Zoological Park (zoo). After this, many crows were found dead in the premises and wetland. Along with the crows, samples of the zoo's wildlife were also sent to the National Institute of Advanced Animal Diseases, Bhopal for testing. The report received from Bhopal on Friday confirmed infection in tigress Malani, two leopard cubs, a Himalayan vulture and a cockatiel.

At the same time, the cause of death of three crows was also bird flu infection. After the report of the wildlife came positive, they have been isolated. Zoo Deputy Director and Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Yogesh Pratap Singh said that the wildlife is being treated by isolating it. The report of other animals is negative. Measures are being taken to keep the crows away from them.​

https://www.amarujala.com/gorakhpur...pard-in-gorakhpur-zoo-2025-05-23?src=trending
 
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5/23/25

Bird Flu in Gorakhpur Zoo: Tigress, leopard cubs and Himalayan vultures found infected

Bhaiya Bhairavi died on May 5 and tigress Shakti died on May 7 with similar symptoms. Their test reports confirmed bird flu. After this, the zoo administration took immediate action and sent samples of other wildlife in the premises for testing.​

Gorakhpur: Bird flu has been confirmed to have spread in Shaheed Ashfaqulla Khan Zoological Park (Gorakhpur Zoo). The report from Bhopal-based National Institute of Higher Animals has confirmed avian influenza (bird flu) in tigress Malani, two leopard cubs, Himalayan vulture and three crows.
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The zoo administration had sent samples of 35 wildlife to Bhopal for examination on May 15, in which bird flu was confirmed in seven including three crows found dead. This is not the first time such a threat has come to the fore, but the spread of infection through crows has become a serious public health concern.

https://www.thephotonnews.com/bird-...d-cubs-and-himalayan-vultures-found-infected/
 
Updated 5/24 (8 am EST)

3/30
Tiger "Kesari" Gorakhpur Zoo DOD 3/30 not confirmed

5/14
Tigress - "Shakti" over 2 yrs old. Gorakhpur Zoo, [Zwwllogical Garden in Lucknow.] Blood samples from over 100 staff members. DOD 5/7. Confirmed 5/13


5/14
Wolf - "Bhairavl" Female. Gorakhpur Zoo. DOD: 5/5

5/18
Lion - "Pataudi" 15 yrs old - Kanpur Zoo. transferred from Gorakhpur Zoo on 5/11. Samples taken on 5/5. DOD 5/15 Confirmed 5/16


5/17
Leopard - "Mona" Gorakhpur Zoo. DOD 5/7 Confirmed 5/18

5/17
Peacock - Kanpur Zoo Lake Area. DOD: 5/15 Confirmed 5/17


5/18
Brahmi Duck - Kanpur Zoo DOD: 5/17 Confirmed 5/16 DOD 5/17


5/18
2 leopards cubs Gorakhpur Zoo tested. 1 belongs to the veterinary hospital. Confirmed 5/23


5/19
Tigeesse - "Pushipa - Kanpur Zoo - quarantined. Blood samples sent.

5/19
Tigesses- Adhya - Kanpur Zoo - quarantined. Blood samples sent.


5/19 - 4 ostriches and emus specifically monitored.


5/19 -
Tigress - Gorakhpur Zoo - DOD: 5/5/25 Confirmed 5/23


5/19
Leopard. Kanpur Zoo.


5/19
Blackbuck Kanpur Zoo


5/23
Gorakhpur Zoo: Tigress Malani (5/19 ?); 2 leopard cubs (5/18); 3 Crows; Himalayan vulture; cockatiel - 7 confirmed 5/23.
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5/24/25
Gorakhpur News: Crows are spreading bird flu...danger increases for the city as well

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The team members had said that crows and birds can also be the cause of infection. Now this has also been confirmed by the report. The zoo administration believes that a large number of migratory birds come to the wetland here. They must have brought the infection. This virus spread to crows from them and then reached the wildlife. Crows cannot be controlled, so this infection can spread throughout the city.
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Nets will be installed on the crawl
After confirmation of bird flu in crows, the zoo administration has started efforts to save other wildlife. Currently, animals are being kept in night cells and crawls. Birds cannot reach the night cells. But, there is a fear of infection spreading from them in the crawl. In view of this, the zoo administration is preparing to install nets on the crawl, so that if crows and birds defecate (bird excreta), it does not reach below. At the same time, the enclosures are also being sanitized.
Do not keep food items on the roof
Bird flu has spread in the zoo from crows and birds. City dwellers will have to take measures to avoid it. Zoo Deputy Director and Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Yogesh Pratap Singh said that citizens living around the zoo need to be a little careful. They should not keep any food items on the roof. Crows or birds can spread infection by making it impure or defecating. Infection is spreading in the zoo from crows and migratory birds only.​

Four animals have died
Four big animals have died in the zoo within one and a half months. Tiger Kesari, who was rescued from Pilibhit on March 30, was the first to die. After this, female wolf Bhairavi died on May 5, tigress Shakti on May 7 and leopard Mona on May 8. Bird flu has been found to be the cause of tigress Shakti's death. Since then, zoos are closed in the entire state till May 27. After the report of crows came positive, the zoo may remain closed even further.​

https://www.amarujala.com/gorakhpur...-gorakhpur-news-c-7-gkp1062-946411-2025-05-24
 
May 24, 2025
Lab Report Confirms Bird Flu In Seven Animals Of Gorakhpur Zoo; Closure May Get Extended

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​ The zoo administration plans to send samples of the affected animals again, and has increased surveillance on crows for being suspected carriers of the virus.
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​Zoo staff keep a tab on the animals after some found positive for bird flu. (ETV Bharat)

"Surveillance has been increased in the city. Open water sources are being covered as the droppings of crows can fall into them. A plan has also been prepared to scare away crows wherever a flock of them is seen. The zoo management is working with the investigation teams on rescue and safety," he added.

https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!bhara...r-zoo-closure-may-get-extended-enn25052402378
 
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Bird flu wreaks havoc in Gorakhpur zoo: H5N1 virus confirmed in 8 wild animals, 5 animals died in one and a half months
Gorakhpur 4 hours ago

The outbreak of bird flu is increasing rapidly in Gorakhpur Zoo. The H5N1 virus has been confirmed in a total of eight wildlife in the investigation of the National High Security Animal Disease Institute located in Bhopal.

Out of the samples of four dead crows sent in the first phase, the virus was found in three. In the second phase, samples of cockatiel, tigress, two leopard cubs and Himalayan vulture were also found positive. Among the infected wildlife, the condition of tigress and vulture is worrying.

According to the Deputy Director of the zoo, Dr. Yogesh Pratap Singh, the easy access of crows to open enclosures is the main reason for the infection. The administration has increased surveillance on all the enclosures. Some enclosures have been covered with tents and sheets.
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Five wildlife have died in the last one and a half months. Tiger Kesari died on March 30, wolf Bhairavi on May 5, tigress Shakti on May 7 and leopard Mona on May 8. Bird flu was confirmed in the sample of tigress Shakti. Apart from this, the sick lion Pataudi sent to Kanpur also died.

The department does not have any concrete data on the spread of the virus among crows. No effective arrangement has been made so far to stop the movement of crows.​

https://www.bhaskar.com/local/uttar...-wreaks-havoc-in-gorakhpur-zoo-135092126.html
 
May 24, 2025 10:04 PM Asia/Kolkata IST
Updated 17 minutes ago​
Five Animals Test Positive For H5N1 Bird Flu At Gorakhpur Zoo, Closure Extended

​Excerpt:

...In response to the outbreaks, state officials have introduced strict biosafety protocols, including disinfection, serosurveillance to track antibody levels, and other scientific containment strategies at the affected locations....

https://www.newsx.com/india/five-an...ian,zoo and strengthen precautionary measures.
 
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5/24/25

An alert has been issued due to the possibility of bird flu in Hathras. The Animal Husbandry Department has been instructed to remain alert and samples from poultry farms are being sent for testing. A control room has been set up and a tehsil-wise task force has been formed. All departments have been instructed to take action in a coordinated manner.

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Jagran correspondent, Hathras. The district has been put on alert in view of the possibility of bird flu. Teams are running in the area and collecting samples from poultry farms and sending them to the laboratory for testing. On the instructions of the District Magistrate, the Chief Development Officer held a meeting of the officials of the Animal Husbandry Department and took detailed information about the bird flu and gave strict instructions that the Animal Husbandry Department should be completely on alert mode here so that this disease can be dealt with in view of any possibility.

A meeting regarding bird flu (avian influenza) was held in the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of Chief Development Officer Suresh Chandra Kesarwani. During the meeting, Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Vijay Singh said that all necessary action is being taken by putting the district on high alert.​
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https://www.jagran.com/uttar-prades...issued-samples-sent-for-testing-23945962.html
 
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Hathras News: Control room set up to prevent bird flu
A meeting was held in the Collectorate auditorium on Friday regarding bird flu (avian influenza)...​
Updated Sat, 24 May 2025​

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He said that no complaint of bird flu has been received in chickens and birds in the district so far, yet keeping public health in mind, the department has put the district on high alert and is making all necessary arrangements.
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https://www.amarujala.com/uttar-pra...athras-news-c-56-1-sali1016-131958-2025-05-24
 
Bird flu wreaks havoc in Gorakhpur zoo: Tigress Malani lost her eyesight, 7 animals infected so far
Gorakhpur 6 hours ago

The outbreak of bird flu is increasing in Gorakhpur Zoo. Avian influenza has been confirmed in tigress Malani kept in the animal hospital premises. Malani, who has been ill for six months, has lost vision in both eyes. She is eating little food and treatment is going on.
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After the death of tigress Shakti, five dead crows were found in the hospital premises. Bird flu has been confirmed in three of these crows. Due to the non-disclosure of the report of two crows, questions are being raised on the transparency of the investigation.

The expert team from Uttarakhand stayed in the zoo for two days and took stock of the situation. The team included retired senior officials of WII, IVRI Bareilly and Forest Department. The team asked for a plan to prevent infection in future and shift the infected wildlife. The team of doctors could not tell any concrete plan.​

https://www.bhaskar.com/local/uttar...havoc-in-gorakhpur-zoo-updates-135104560.html
 
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