Avian Flu has affected over half of West Bengal, India. It has even been detected 40 km (kilometers) away from where I live (Kolkata). It appears the state government has responded too little too late to contain the Avian Flu. An estimated 1,00,000+ chickens have died due to H5N1 virus. Human infection too has been suspected. The bottom line is:
1. If you are planning to travel to West Bengal, India, think about postponing / cancelling your trip
2. If you are living in West Bengal:
a. don't even dream of eating chicken or eggs or even stay close to one
b. don't panic; we are beyond panicking. Have you considered how good the climate in Haridwar looks these days?
c. don't travel in West Bengal

Wish us luck :)