Polio programme reviews integrated immunization service delivery

ISLAMABAD, Nov 11 (APP): A National Integrated Service Delivery (ISD) review meeting was held here to assess progress, address implementation gaps and strengthen coordination among national immunization partners to improve vaccination coverage in high-risk and underserved communities.

The meeting was chaired by Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication Ayesha Raza Farooq, with National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) National Coordinator Muhammad Anwar ul Haq as co-chair.

The meeting was attended by members of the NEOC National Core Group, Federal Directorate of Immunization (FDI), National ISD Task Team and representatives of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), UNICEF, World Health Organization (WHO), Gavi and the Gates Foundation.

During the meeting, Ayesha Raza Farooq directed that vaccinators supported under the ISD initiative use the National Electronic Immunization Registry (NEIR) to record vaccination activities and ensure systematic identification and follow-up of zero-dose and under-immunized children.

Discussions also focused on aligning partner investments with national immunization priorities, improving coordination between the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) and Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), and using the ISD Dashboard for evidence-based planning, monitoring and accountability.

The Prime Minister’s Focal Person appreciated the efforts of the National ISD Task Team and stressed the need for regular monitoring, timely corrective measures and measurable improvements in immunization coverage.

She emphasized that stronger coordination and accountable partnerships were essential to closing immunity gaps, protecting children and advancing efforts towards a polio-free Pakistan.