Punjab deploys veterinary teams for Zuljanah care during Muharram

Acting on the directives of the provincial government, the department has established dedicated veterinary teams comprising experienced

LAHORE: The Punjab Livestock and Dairy Development Department has finalized comprehensive veterinary arrangements across the province to ensure the health and wellbeing of Zuljanah replicas during the sacred days of Muharram.

Acting on the directives of the provincial government, the department has established dedicated veterinary teams comprising experienced professionals to provide continuous medical supervision. Emergency veterinary camps are being set up in various districts, where veterinarians, assistants, and support staff will remain on duty throughout Ashura-related activities, offering immediate treatment in case of illness or injury.

To enhance emergency response capabilities, mobile veterinary dispensaries will accompany major mourning processions. These units, staffed by veterinary officers and trained personnel working in shifts, will provide on-site medical assistance whenever required.

Authorities have equipped the camps and mobile units with essential medicines and medical supplies, including rehydration treatments, recovery medications, wound-care materials, disinfectants, multivitamin injections, first-aid kits, surgical instruments, and other necessary equipment.

In Lahore, special veterinary camps and mobile dispensaries have been stationed at key locations, including Nisar Haveli, Karbala Gamay Shah, Pando Street Islam Pura, Ali Raza Abad, Allama Iqbal Town, and Raiwind City, among others.

The Livestock Department stated that it remains committed to serving the public and ensuring animal welfare during Muharram, with all necessary measures in place to maintain the health and safety of Zuljanah replicas participating in religious observances.