Jatayu Restaurant, Gaidahawa organized a
technical seminar cum interaction programme with local vet technicians and
concerned authorities on June 25, 2009 at Rudrapur School. The programme was
supported by BCN.
Starting with brief introduction of BCN,
Bhupal Nepali, Community Mobilization Officer, BCN detailed on the general
morphology of vultures found at Nepal.
Dr. Surya Paudel, Veterinary Officer, BCN
highlighted the fear of vulture decline, Conservation efforts done so far and
drug issues associated with vulture decline. He also asked vet technicians to
curb the unethical practice with Diclofenac.
Ram Ji Prasad Gautam/ secretary V.D.C. who was
the chief guest of the programme sincerely requested Veterinary professionals
to establish the area as a Diclofenac free zone. "This associates with our
reputation too" he added further.