Pakistan’s government has disbursed Rs507 million (approximately $1.7 million USD) in compensation to 104 farmers affected by a widespread bird flu outbreak. The culling operation involved over 835,000 birds in an effort to contain the highly pathogenic avian influenza. Currently, 162 poultry farms have been impacted across the country. Officials report that the outbreak is ongoing, with new cases emerging. Additional claims are expected, potentially requiring a further Rs100 million in compensation. The government is working to control the spread and protect the poultry industry, a vital source of protein for the nation. This outbreak highlights the ongoing vulnerability of poultry sectors to avian diseases.