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130Radhey Shymn6.7.A multidisciplinary team of the DIA consisting of aPlant Pathologist/Virologist/Entomologist shall inspectthe imported planting material at the time of plantingin the specified PEQ facility,Post planting observations shall be taken in thefollowing manner:Cuttings: The first observation would depend upon thegrowth of the plant but normally it should be undertakenwithin 20-25 days followed by second observationwithin 40-45 days of planting,Saplings : The first observation after planting shalldepend upon the growth of the plant, which maynormally be within 2-3 weeks.During inspection, special notice should be taken ofsymptoms of any plant disease, especially systemic andviral diseases,Disease affected plants should be destroyed in thepresence of the DIA, as prescribed by PP A, to avoid anypossible contamination by pathogens of the surroundingenvironment and plants,In the event of observance of any exotic pest or disease,the material shall be forthwith destroyed in theprescribed manner under intimation to PP A.8. The final report of PEQ inspection shall be sent to PP Afor information and record within 15 days of the 'finalobservation.ANNEXURE- '0'List of Designated Inspection Authorities (DIAs) notified underThe Plants, Fruits and Seeds (Regulation of import into India)Order 1989,51. State/Union JurisdictionNo, Territory1 2 31. Andhra Pradesh Entire StateDesignated InspectionAuthoritiesHead, Division of PlantPathology, Andhl'LI PradeshAgricultul'al Univel'sity,Hydcmbad,