The outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Mizoram has resulted in a devastating toll on the swine population, with more than 47,000 pigs succumbing to the disease between 2020 and 2023. State Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Minister C Lalsawivunga disclosed this statistic revealing a staggering monetary loss amounting to Rs 132.2 crore during the mentioned period.

Responding to a query raised by opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) member Robert Romawia Royte, Minister Lalsawivunga provided a written reply detailing the grim impact of ASF on the state’s pig farming sector. According to the minister, a total of 47,269 pigs perished due to the ASF outbreak, while 25,182 others were culled as a preventive measure.