Independent Report
GWADAR (November 11): The Livestock Department Gwadar has extended free veterinary services to livestock owners in remote parts of the district, treating hundreds of animals and providing vaccinations and medicines through a series of mobile camps.
The initiative was carried out under the supervision of District Livestock Officer Dr. Sabir Ali. Veterinary Officer Dr. Majeed and his team visited Mir Jat, Gabd, Karmi, Hamal Bazaar and adjoining areas to provide animal healthcare services closer to rural communities.
Veterinary teams examined livestock, treated animals suffering from various ailments and administered preventive vaccines against infectious diseases. Free medicines were also distributed among farmers and herders during the camps.
In addition to treatment, livestock owners were briefed on balanced animal nutrition, disease prevention, early identification of illnesses and appropriate livestock management practices aimed at improving animal health and productivity.
Department officials said the mobile veterinary programme was part of the provincial government’s livestock development efforts and was intended to improve access to essential animal healthcare in underserved areas.
They said the department would continue organizing free mobile camps to help prevent livestock diseases, support rural communities and protect livelihoods dependent on animal husbandry.
