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Gujarat has initiated a large-scale Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination drive to protect livestock and prevent the spread of this highly contagious viral infection. The campaign is being conducted under the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) and runs from March 1 to April 15. It targets animals such as cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats, which are highly vulnerable to the disease. Veterinary teams are actively visiting villages and farms to administer vaccines and monitor animal health. The initiative also uses digital tools like the INAPH portal to track vaccination coverage and ensure effective disease control.