Emphasises importance of public awareness and mobilisation in fight against poliovirus
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally launched the seven-day nationwide anti-polio campaign by administering polio drops to children.
Speaking on the occasion, he urged parents to cooperate with anti-polio field teams to ensure their children's vaccination and help completely eradicate the poliovirus from the country.
The Prime Minister expressed confidence in Pakistan’s ability to eliminate polio through collective efforts. He further said that comprehensive and effective security arrangements have been made to protect polio teams.
Besides, he emphasised the importance of public awareness and mobilisation in the fight against the poliovirus.
The Prime Minister also extended his gratitude to international partners, including the World Health Organization and the Gates Foundation, for their continued support in the government’s efforts to eradicate polio from Pakistan.
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