Kathmandu. Lawmakers have drawn the government's attention to protect the rural economy from infectious diseases, make the animal health system scientific, and ensure timely and appropriate compensation for farmers during epidemics.Participating in the theoretical discussion on the 'Infectious Animal Disease Control Bill, 2083' originating from the National Assembly in the House of Representatives meeting on Wednesday, they drew attention to these issues.Participating in the discussion, Rastriya Swatantra Party lawmaker Ashok Kumar Chaudhary presented data showing that farmers have suffered losses of approximately 75 billion 52 crore rupees due to diseases like bird flu, lumpy skin, and African swine fever in...