The three-day Pulse Polio campaign was inaugurated in Tarn Taran district on Monday by Acting Civil Surgeon Dr Bharti Dhawan. The campaign aims to administer polio drops to 143,447 children under five years of age across the district.
Vaccination Targets and Logistics
Dr Dhawan stated that the cold chain would be strictly maintained throughout the campaign, especially given the summer season. A total of 2,450 vaccinators have been deployed, including staff at 574 fixed booths, 1,148 door-to-door teams, 33 transit teams, and 49 mobile teams.
Coverage of High-Risk Areas
Mobile teams have been specifically assigned to cover approximately 171 brick kilns and 185 high-risk areas, along with factories, workshops, and other locations. Officials from the district health department are actively participating in the campaign to ensure comprehensive coverage.
