September 2, 2013

The Convener Standing Committee of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on Halal Food Nasib Ahmed Saifi has sought the support of the Pakistani government in developing Cholistan desert covering an area of 1,600 square metres as hub for promoting livestock sector of Pakistan.

To achieve this target, the government of Pakistan should launch a special campaign for free vaccination and treatment of livestock in the area. No doubt, the government gives free medication and vaccination for Cholistan but due to lack of check and balance, most of the medicines are sold on veterinary medical stores or used in practice to earn more and more money by veterinarians and veterinary assistants of this area.

He claimed a large number of animal population of Cholistan is the great asset of Pakistan. They take the water of pond which is contaminated and animals are on risk for the list of diseases.

For their survival and viability of animals, the government of Pakistan should take some necessary corrective measures for the betterment of Cholistan.

He said all animals should be vaccinated properly against haemorrhagic septicaemia (HS) and foot and mouth disease. These are very fatal diseases which may cause death of animals owing to this reasons most animals are dying. The Indian government has taken the revolutionary steps for safety of inhabitants and livestock of Rajasthan. Because of its efforts FAO has declared the Rajasthan, a 'disease free zone'. This can be possible with Cholistan if the Pakistani government show seriousness for the prosperity of Pakistan and people of this area, he concluded.