BOONI: The anti-polio campaign set to begin across Upper Chitral from April 21 was formally launched at the district headquarters in Booni.
Deputy Commissioner Upper Chitral Haseebur Rehman Khan Khalil inaugurated the campaign by administering polio drops to children at the headquarters hospital.
On the occasion, the district health officer, WHO and other relevant officials were also present.
Speaking on the occasion, the deputy commissioner urged parents to ensure their children receive the polio vaccine. He stressed the importance of the door-to-door campaign and directed health workers to make sure no child is left out.
He further called on the public to cooperate with polio teams and the security personnel deployed for the campaign.
The deputy commissioner also instructed all stakeholders to play their role in ensuring the successful execution of the campaign