Dehradun, Aug. 26 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 25 Aug: The Dehradun administration has placed the district on high alert after reports of bird flu cases in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh and other parts of Uttarakhand. For the past week, the import of chickens and eggs in Dehradun from UP has been banned as a precautionary measure. In addition, an advisory has also been issued to meat sellers to exercise caution. The stoppage of supplies from Uttar Pradesh and surrounding regions has had a severe effect on the poultry trade, leading to scarcity and a sharp rise in prices.

Residents said the sudden hike in the price of chicken had forced many households to cut down on purchases. Some complained that they were unable to adequately feed th...