India’s Final Push Against Polio: Nationwide Vaccination Drive Begins December 15

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has mobilized health workers across states to ensure door-to-door coverage, particularly in high-risk and underserved areas. Officials emphasized that while India remains polio-free, global outbreaks highlight the importance of continued immunization. The campaign also seeks to raise awareness among parents about the critical role of vaccination in safeguarding children’s health.  

Notable updates  
• Nationwide polio vaccination drive begins December 15, targeting children under five  
• India declared polio-free in 2014, but vigilance remains essential amid global outbreaks  
• Health workers to conduct door-to-door campaigns, focusing on high-risk regions  
• Awareness initiatives launched to encourage parental participation and community support  
• Drive reinforces India’s long-term commitment to disease eradication and child health security  

Major takeaway  
The December 15 campaign marks India’s final nationwide push against polio, reaffirming its leadership in public health and highlighting the importance of collective responsibility in sustaining a polio-free future.  

Sources: RTIwala, Business Recorder