Bacterial Vaccines Section
The Bacterial Vaccines Section is a key production unit of the Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine (IVPM), dedicated to the development and manufacture of high-quality bacterial vaccines for livestock and poultry. This section plays a vital role in disease prevention, animal health improvement, and supporting India’s veterinary public health initiatives.
Overview
The Bacterial Vaccines Section focuses on the production of vaccines targeting major bacterial diseases of livestock. It integrates modern biotechnology, aseptic processing, and advanced fermentation systems to ensure consistent quality and potency.
The section operates under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and national regulatory standards. It is supported by dedicated microbiology, formulation, and quality assurance teams.
Major Vaccines Produced
- Haemorrhagic Septicaemia Vaccine — Inactivated alum-precipitated vaccine for cattle and buffaloes.
- Black Quarter Vaccine — Inactivated spore vaccine against Clostridium chauvoei.
- Anthrax Spore Vaccine — Live spore vaccine for prevention of anthrax in ruminants.
- Enterotoxaemia Vaccine — Aluminium hydroxide gel vaccine for sheep and goats.
Infrastructure and Facilities
The section is equipped with modern fermentation units, laminar airflow cabinets, clean rooms, sterile filtration systems, and lyophilization support facilities. All processes are monitored under validated protocols ensuring consistency and compliance.
Research and Development
The team actively engages in process optimization, vaccine improvement studies, and pilot trials of new bacterial antigens. Collaboration with national research institutes strengthens innovation and continuous quality enhancement.
Quality Assurance
Each batch of vaccine produced undergoes safety, sterility, purity, and potency tests in compliance with national veterinary biological standards. The section works closely with the Quality Control and Quality Assurance divisions to ensure excellence.