Bird Flu closure costs Central Zoo Rs 30 million in lost revenue

Bird Flu closure costs Central Zoo Rs 30 million in lost revenue

Key Takeaways: Zoo closed June 19–July 17 after avian influenza detected Estimated Rs 30M loss during 27-day shutdown Visitor turnout dropped sharply after reopening Zoo earne...

Jawalakhel Zoo loses Rs 30 million due to bird flu - Peoples' Review

Jawalakhel, July 20: Jawalakhel Zoo, also called the Central Zoo, has incurred an estimated loss of Rs 30 million after shutting its gates for 27 days due to a bird flu outbreak. The National Trust for Nature Conservation suspended public entry on June 19 after bird flu was confirmed at the zoo. It resumed operations on July 17 once health authorities declared the infection under control. Zoo Information Officer Ganesh Koirala said officials dis…