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ABSTRACT

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), widely recognized as a silent pandemic, is among the top priority areas identified by the national and international agencies as a threat to the public health. The progress in public health care with the use of antibiotics to combat infectious organisms is now at risk due to the emergence of strains resistant to multiple drugs. These strains are the result of ongoing evolution and unrestricted use of antimicrobials. While antimicrobials in livestock have improved health and productivity, they have also been a major factor in the development of resistant strains. There is a need to accurately define the use of antibiotics, their amount, and the duration they are used for non-medical purposes. Livestock can also present a significant danger of spreading resistant strains to humans and the environment. Efficient surveillance programs
that are well coordinated across multiple disciplines can help to improve our understanding and reduce the development of resistance. Additionally, there is a need to prioritize novel approaches, as well as discover alternative options in addition to developing new antibiotics. Innovative methods like one health approach to prevent AMR, antimicrobial stewardship in livestock practice, and antimicrobial conservation are essential in the current scenario.

Keywords: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), superbugs, one health, antimicrobial stewardship