Eight Cows Die Due to Lumpy Skin Disease in Akola’s Januna Village; Farmers Alarmed

Lumpy Skin Disease claims eight cows in Januna village, Barshitakli, Akola district. Farmers express concern as the virus spreads rapidly, affecting livestock health and local economy.

Akola, October 23, 2025 – In a concerning development from Akola district, Maharashtra, eight cows have succumbed to Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in Januna village, located in the Barshitakli taluka. The outbreak has raised alarms among local farmers, as the disease spreads rapidly, threatening the health of livestock and the livelihoods of those dependent on cattle farming.

The affected farmer, Bhimrao Khandare, has been engaged in cattle rearing for several years and owns a herd of 160 cows and buffaloes. Over the past 15 days, Khandare observed that several of his cattle exhibited symptoms consistent with LSD, including fever, nodules on the skin, and reduced milk production. Despite efforts to manage the situation, eight cows have died, and many others are in critical condition.

Lumpy Skin Disease is a viral infection transmitted by blood-feeding insects such as mosquitoes and ticks. It causes fever, skin nodules, and can lead to severe complications or death in cattle. The disease has previously affected various districts in Maharashtra, including Akola, where it has been officially confirmed in several villages, leading to the implementation of control measures such as movement restrictions and vaccination drives to curb its spread.

The outbreak in Januna village has intensified concerns among local farmers, who fear the potential loss of their livestock and the economic impact it may have. The situation is being closely monitored by the authorities, and efforts are underway to contain the spread of the disease through vaccination and other preventive measures.

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