The National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) is a flagship initiative by the Government of India aimed at controlling and eradicating economically important livestock diseases. With a renewed focus on achieving complete disease eradication by 2030, the NADCP 2025 outlines specific strategies and interventions to enhance livestock health and productivity.
The primary objective of NADCP 2025 is the vaccination of all eligible livestock against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Brucellosis. The program encompasses several key components:
- Intensive Vaccination Campaigns: Conducting regular and comprehensive vaccination drives to ensure maximum coverage of susceptible animal populations.
- Disease Surveillance and Monitoring: Strengthening disease surveillance mechanisms to detect outbreaks early and implement rapid response measures.
- Animal Identification and Traceability: Implementing a robust animal identification system to track livestock movement and vaccination status.
- Capacity Building: Training veterinary personnel and livestock farmers on best practices in disease management and prevention.
- Public Awareness: Creating awareness among livestock owners about the importance of vaccination and disease control measures.
The NADCP 2025 is being implemented with a significant financial outlay, reflecting the government's commitment to transforming the livestock sector. Success hinges on collaboration between central and state governments, effective implementation at the grassroots level, and active participation of livestock owners.
