The Islamabad polio vaccination campaign has seen a strong start, with 151,598 children vaccinated on its first day. The campaign aims to reach 447,614 children in the federal capital. A review meeting chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Uzair Ali Khan was held to discuss the progress of the campaign.
- 151,598 children vaccinated on day one
- 447,614 children targeted in the campaign
- 34 percent of the campaign target achieved on the opening day
Polio Campaign Targets and Progress
The meeting was informed that a total target of 447,614 children has been set for the current vaccination drive across Islamabad. According to the briefing, 151,598 children received polio drops on the first day of the campaign. Officials told the meeting that polio workers achieved 34 percent of the overall target during the opening day, marking the initial phase of efforts to vaccinate all eligible children in the federal capital.
Refusal Cases and Challenges
The meeting also reviewed various operational matters related to the campaign. Special attention was given to refusal cases, where parents have declined to vaccinate their children, as well as other challenges being faced by polio workers in the field. Participants discussed issues affecting vaccination teams and examined measures to address obstacles that could hinder the campaign’s progress.
Security and Implementation
The meeting also considered matters related to the security of polio workers and other arrangements necessary for the smooth implementation of the drive. During the session, officials emphasized the importance of ensuring that vaccination teams continue their work without interruption and maintain coverage in all assigned areas.
Commitment to Effective Implementation
Addressing the meeting, Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Uzair Ali Khan directed that polio teams must reach every household in the federal capital. He stressed that all eligible children should be administered polio drops so that the campaign target can be achieved and no area remains uncovered.
Conclusion
The review meeting concluded with a commitment to continue monitoring field operations and addressing issues faced by teams to ensure effective implementation of the anti-polio campaign across Islamabad.
Q1: What is the target of the Islamabad polio vaccination campaign?
A1: The campaign aims to vaccinate 447,614 children in the federal capital.
Q2: How many children were vaccinated on the first day of the campaign?
A2: 151,598 children were vaccinated on the first day of the campaign.
Q3: What percentage of the campaign target was achieved on the opening day?
A3: 34 percent of the campaign target was achieved on the opening day.
Q4: What challenges are being faced by polio workers in the field?
A4: Polio workers are facing challenges such as refusal cases, where parents have declined to vaccinate their children, and other operational issues.
Q5: What is the commitment of the authorities regarding the campaign?
A5: The authorities are committed to ensuring that vaccination teams continue their work without interruption and maintain coverage in all assigned areas.
Q6: What is the importance of the anti-polio campaign?
A6: The anti-polio campaign is crucial for the eradication of polio in the country and protecting the health of children.
