National Centre for Animal Health

05/09/2026

Press Release_NADPM & RCP 3.0

05/09/2026

Launch of Nationwide Accelerated Dog population and Rabies Control Programme 3.0

04/09/2026

📢 Livestreaming of the Launching of NADPM & RCP 3.0

The launching of NADPM & RCP 3.0 will be livestreamed through the official pages of the Department of Livestock, National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH), Serbithang, National Veterinary Hospital (NVH), Motithang, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, and DeSuung Office. Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Royal Government of BhutanDepartment of Livestock, Royal Government of Bhutan@National Veterinary Hospital (NVH), Motithang:

📅 Date: 5 September 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: From 8:30 AM onwards

The livestream can be accessed through the following pages:

🔹 Department of Livestock:
https://www.facebook.com/Dolthimphu
🔹 National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH), Serbithang:
https://www.facebook.com/ncahdol/
🔹 National Veterinary Hospital (NVH), Motithang:
https://www.facebook.com/www.nah.chubachu.bt
🔹 DeSuung Office: https://www.facebook.com/DeSuungGuardiansofPeace

Everyone is encouraged to join the livestream and witness the launching of NADPM & RCP 3.0.

The apex technical agency for animal health in Bhutan

31/08/2026

The compact signing was done between the Program Director and the respective Unit Heads on 31 August 2026.

17/08/2026

Workshop on Development of the National Bovine Tuberculosis (bTB) Surveillance Plan

A national consultative workshop on the development of the National Bovine Tuberculosis (bTB) Surveillance Plan for Bhutan was held from 11–14 August 2026 at Metta Resort, Paro. The workshop was organized by the National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH) in collaboration with the National Dairy Development Centre (NDDC), Yusipang, with financial support from the World Bank-funded RNR-Jobs Project. Chaired by the Chief, Animal Health Division (AHD), the workshop brought together 22 participants from 11 institutions representing animal health, public health, wildlife, and food safety sector.
The workshop was conducted to develop a coordinated and evidence-based national approach to bTB surveillance, in response to the absence of an established national baseline and the need for systematic detection and understanding of the disease situation in Bhutan. The surveillance plan aims to determine the national prevalence and geographical hotspots of bTB, identify key animal, herd, management and environmental risk factors, strengthen field and laboratory diagnostic capacity, understand the spatial and epidemiological distribution of the disease, strengthen One Health collaboration, and generate evidence to guide bTB prevention, controland policy development. Through technical presentations, evidence review, group work, plenary discussions and consensus building, participants contributed to defining the surveillance objectives, methodology and implementation priorities for establishing a national bTB surveillance programme in Bhutan.

21/07/2026

National Simulation Workshop on Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs): Strengthening Prevention and Control Mechanisms in Bhutan’s Border Areas through a One Health Approach.

The National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH), Serbithang, in collaboration with the FAO Country Office and the One Health Secretariat, successfully organized a three-day tabletop simulation exercise (SimEx) from 15–17 July 2026 titled "National Simulation Workshop on Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs): Strengthening Prevention and Control Mechanisms in Bhutan’s Border Areas through a One Health Approach." The simulation workshop was funded by the World Bank through the Pandemic Preparedness and Response (PPR) Project, which is being implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Bhutan.
The workshop brought together key stakeholders from the Ministry of Health, Department of Forests and Park Services, Bhutan Food and Drug Authority, Royal Bhutan Police, Department of Livestock, and the Department of Environment and Climate Change. Participants represented multiple administrative levels, including national, regional, district, sub-district, and field offices, with particular emphasis on officials working in Bhutan’s border areas.
The primary objective of the simulation exercise was to strengthen the prevention, preparedness, and control of transboundary animal diseases (TADs) through a One Health approach. The workshop provided a platform for participants to identify key challenges in TAD prevention and response, strengthen intersectoral coordination, and develop practical recommendations to enhance Bhutan’s preparedness and response mechanisms.
The closing session of the workshop was graced by the Honourable Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock and the Director General of the Department of Livestock, who commended the collaborative efforts of all participating agencies and emphasized the importance of sustained multisectoral coordination in safeguarding animal health, public health, and national biosecurity.

14/07/2026

A Japanese tick research team led by Dr. Masakatsu Taira from the National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID) and the Japan Institute for Health Security (JIHS), Tokyo, along with Dr. Takeo Yamauchi and Dr. Natsuhiko Yoshikawa, visited NCAH. The team conducted tick collection activities, demonstrated various collection methods, and later delivered both theoretical and practical sessions on tick collection, preservation, and morphological identification. This initiative is part of the joint Bhutan–NIID program on infectious disease collaboration.

30/06/2026

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Head of the Agency and our colleague on their well-deserved promotions. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have earned this significant milestone. Your hard work and perseverance have earned this well-deserved recognition, and we are proud to celebrate this achievement with you. we are confident that you will continue to inspire excellence and make meaningful contributions to the agency. We wish you continued success.

Congratulations once again, and best wishes for continued success!

30/05/2026

The Director General of the Department of Livestock graced the closing session, commending participants for their commitment throughout the five‑day programme. In her remarks, she emphasized that interoperable digital systems are essential foundations for strengthening national animal health services. She encouraged participants to apply the skills gained in their daily operations, ensuring that technology directly supports farmers, laboratories, and the wider livestock sector.

25/05/2026

5-Day Interoperable VIS Systems Training Programme for Central Farms to Strengthens National Animal Health Services
The National Centre for Animal Health is conducting an intensive five-day training programme at Metta Resort from 25th to 29th May 2026 in partnership with FAO, Bhutan. This strategic initiative brings together approximately 40 participants from Central Farms, Regional Livestock Development Centres, government technology agencies, and partner organizations to strengthen veterinary and laboratory service delivery across the country.
The programme is chaired by the Chief of the Animal Health Division, with a welcome address delivered by the Program Director of NCAH. The training aims to enhance the technical capacity of participants in the use and management of integrated digital systems that support animal health, laboratory diagnostics, and supply chain operations within the livestock sector.
Participants will receive practical hands-on training in three modern integrated digital systems:
1. Veterinary Information System – Supports accurate, secure, and efficient management of animal health records while improving data accessibility and reporting.
2. Laboratory Information Management Systems – Enhances laboratory workflows for faster and more reliable diagnostic services and disease surveillance.
3. Essential Veterinary Supply Systems – Improves inventory monitoring and distribution processes to support timely availability of medicines, vaccines, and veterinary equipment.
The integrated systems are expected to support:
• Reduced paperwork and manual processing
• Improved accuracy in data management and laboratory reporting
• Better coordination and information sharing among stakeholders
• Faster and more efficient veterinary and laboratory services
• Strengthened resource and inventory management
• Enhanced technical capacity of participating institutions
Throughout the five-day programme, participants will develop practical competencies in system operation, data management, reporting, and troubleshooting. The training is expected to strengthen the capacity of Central Farms and relevant stakeholders to effectively utilize digital systems in their routine operations, contributing to improved animal health services, laboratory efficiency, and overall livestock sector support nationwide.