Seven-Day Anti-Polio Campaign Launched Across Pakistan
— April 20, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally launched a seven-day nationwide anti-polio campaign by administering polio drops to children.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, the prime minister urged parents to fully cooperate with anti-polio field teams to ensure that their children receive vaccinations, contributing to the complete eradication of the poliovirus from the country.
Shehbaz Sharif expressed confidence in Pakistan’s ability to eliminate polio through collective national efforts. He said comprehensive and effective security measures have been implemented to protect field teams during the campaign.
The prime minister also highlighted the importance of public awareness and community mobilisation in the continued fight against polio.
He extended gratitude to international partners, including the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Gates Foundation, for their ongoing support in Pakistan’s polio eradication programme.