GUWAHATI: The Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Assam, organized the formal distribution of certificates and Artificial Insemination Kits (AI Kits) to MAITRIs on Tuesday, August 11. The event was held at the Regional Artificial Insemination Training Institute, Khanapara, Guwahati.
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A special display of the AI Kit was set up at the venue, showcasing the range of equipment provided to the MAITRIs, including the Cryocan, AI Gun Container, Thaw Monitor, AI Sheath Container, Thermo Flask, Burdizzo Castrator, Baby Burdizzo Castrator, Measuring Scale, Measuring Tape, Straw Cutter, Forcep, AI Gloves, Apron, Raincoat, Towel, Gum Boots and other essential accessories required for artificial insemination and livestock care in the field.
As part of the initiative, special kits and livestock logistics support were also sent to the flood-hit areas of Sivasagar.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Nilima Devi highlighted the importance of artificial insemination in the growth of the dairy industry in Assam and its role in boosting farmers' income.
She further stated that government initiatives such as this would help in recovering livestock losses caused by the floods in Sivasagar.
The distribution of certificates and AI kits to MAITRIs, equipped with comprehensive field tools, is expected to strengthen the artificial insemination network across the state, supporting both dairy development and the rehabilitation of flood-affected livestock farmers.