India, Feb. 8 -- In a major boost to cattle health, the Maharashtra animal husbandry department will begin manufacturing the lumpy skin disease vaccine at the Pune-based Institute of Veterinary Biological Products (IVBP), making it the first government-run institute in India to develop and produce the vaccine, officials said.

The IVBP, established in 1960 and located in Aundh, Pune, is Maharashtra's only state-level institute producing vaccines for domestic animals and birds. Joint inspections and audits of the facility have already been conducted by central authorities to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The manufacturing licence from DCGI is expected within two to three months, officials said.

"Once approved, the P...