Thiruvananthapuram, Dec. 30 -- Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Tuesday said the bird flu situation in the state is "under control", adding that precautionary measures are being taken to prevent any possible transmission of the virus from birds to humans.

Speaking to reporters in Thiruvananthapuram, George said the Animal Husbandry Department has already initiated necessary action in the affected areas.

"It's under control, and the animal husbandry department has already taken action. We are trying to avoid the transmission of the virus from birds to humans," she said.

The Health Minister added that preventive protocols are being strictly followed in areas where bird flu cases have been reported. "In all those areas, we are askin...