National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) Coordinator Mohammad Anwaar ul Haq has reviewed preparations for the upcoming fractional inactivated polio vaccine (fIPV) booster campaign for older children in Peshawar Division.
NEOC reviews preparations for fIPV booster campaign
ISLAMABAD, Oct 15 (APP):National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) Coordinator Mohammad Anwaar ul Haq has reviewed preparations for the upcoming fractional inactivated polio vaccine (fIPV) booster campaign for older children in Peshawar Division.
He stressed effective coordination and operational readiness for its successful implementation.
He discussed campaign arrangements with Commissioner Peshawar Khalid Mahmood, while WHO National Lead Dr. Mohammad Ahmed Soghier and WHO Provincial Lead Dr. Khalid Abdul also attended the meeting.
The discussions focused on assessing campaign preparedness, identifying operational requirements, anticipating potential challenges and strengthening coordination among relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation.
Mohammad Anwaar ul Haq reaffirmed NEOC’s commitment to supporting the provincial administration and health teams in addressing operational gaps and ensuring effective planning for the campaign.
The initiative aims to strengthen immunisation efforts among the targeted age group and support Pakistan’s ongoing drive to protect children against poliovirus.
