The final day of the seven-day nationwide polio eradication campaign saw vibrant and engaging events organised to attract children and parents alike on Saturday.
In Quetta’s suburban area of Pashtoonabad, a colourful fair was held where children enjoyed rides and happily received polio drops.
According to officials, the campaign aims to vaccinate 45 million children across the country. So far, 98% of the target has been achieved since the campaign began on 26 May, and efforts continue to reach the remaining children.
In Balochistan, several entertainment-based programmes were organised to encourage participation in the campaign. These activities helped reach children who are often missed—due to being away from home, parental refusal, or other reasons.
“We are confident that we will achieve 100% of our target, InshaAllah,” said Ziaur Rehman, spokesperson for the National Polio Eradication Programme.
“Today, we have arranged recreational activities in this area, and similar setups have been introduced in other regions as well.”
Polio workers and volunteers have been going door-to-door to ensure no child is left unvaccinated, especially in remote and high-risk areas such as those near the Pak-Afghan border.
Officials considered these creative efforts, especially fairs and child-friendly events, as key to combating the virus by increasing engagement and trust among communities.
