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QUETTA, Oct 14 (APP): Balochistan Chief Minister, Mir Sarfraz Bugti has expressed strong optimism that the province is on the verge of achieving its long-standing goal of becoming polio-free.
He expressed these remarks as a coordinated anti-polio campaign officially launched across all 36 districts of Balochistan.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Sarfraz Bugti confirmed that a comprehensive and integrated vaccination drive is underway, aimed at protecting every child from the crippling disease.
The Chief Minister announced that the campaign aims to administer polio drops to more than 2.6 million children over the next seven days.
He emphasized that this effort is a national duty and called for the active participation of parents, teachers, religious scholars, and civil society to ensure no child is left vulnerable.
Sarfraz Bugti expressed satisfaction with the province’s progress that no polio case has been reported from Balochistan this year.
He credited this achievement to the joint efforts of the provincial government, the Health Department, and frontline field workers, whose dedication has kept the virus at bay.
Reaffirming his government’s resolve, CM Bugti added “We are determined that the dream of a ‘Polio-Free Balochistan’ will soon become a reality.”
He directed all relevant departments to ensure full logistical support for field teams and to guarantee that no child in any district or union council is missed during the campaign.
The Chief Minister praised the critical role of field workers, volunteers, religious scholars, and local representatives, noting that their hard work and dedication are propelling Balochistan toward a healthier, polio-free future.