45,966 children administered Pulse Polio drops in Wayanad

Wayanad district successfully administered Pulse Polio vaccine drops to 45,966 children, achieving 88% coverage on the first day of the campaign. The initiative, inaugurated by MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, utilized 561 booths to ensure accessibility for children in remote and migrant areas.
Why it matters
Public health immunization campaigns are critical for maintaining polio-free status and preventing the resurgence of infectious diseases in vulnerable populations.
A total of 45,966 children aged below five years were administered Pulse Polio vaccine drops in Wayanad district on Sunday (June 28, 2026).
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