Islamabad: The nationwide polio vaccination initiative has reached its fourth day, spreading across 115 districts and successfully immunizing nearly 17.3 million children. This effort marks a significant stride in the country’s battle against the poliovirus.
According to Ministry of National Health Services, the campaign, which is being closely monitored and driven by the Prime Minister’s office, aims to fully eradicate the virus from the nation. Ayesha Raza Farooq, the Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication, highlighted the government’s commitment to this cause. “Under the Prime Minister’s leadership, we are executing a comprehensive strategy to achieve polio eradication,” Farooq stated. She further noted the planning of three to four additional high-quality vaccination campaigns in the upcoming months, emphasizing their critical role in the eradication efforts.
Farooq also praised the dedication of polio workers who are visiting homes to administer vaccines, urging parents to cooperate fully with these efforts. She recognized the workers’ resilience and crucial role in safeguarding children’s futures against the debilitating effects of polio, describing them as “true heroes” of the health sector.
This ongoing campaign is part of a larger strategy to ensure that polio is completely eliminated from the country, securing a healthier future for the next generation.