Divisional Commissioner Hyderabad, Bilal Ahmed Memon, chaired a meeting of the Divisional Task Force to assess preparations for the upcoming polio campaign scheduled from 16 to 22 December 2024 and to review post-campaign performance.
According to a DC office statement issued today, he emphasized a strict zero-tolerance policy during the campaign and directed officials to ensure its effective implementation. He instructed all assistant commissioners in Hyderabad Division to ensure that polio campaigns are carried out effectively in both public and private schools.
He further warned that criminal charges should be filed in cases of fake finger markings, while special focus should be given to addressing polio refusal cases starting from the fourth day of the campaign.
The meeting was attended by DIG Hyderabad Range, the Deputy Commissioner of Hyderabad, the Regional Director of PPHI, the Director of Health Services Hyderabad, the Director of Primary Schools, and District Health Officers (DHOs) from Hyderabad. Deputy Commissioners, DHOs, and PPHI District Managers from across Hyderabad Division also participated via video link to share updates and progress on the polio campaigns in their respective districts.
It is noteworthy that Sindh has reported 15 polio cases so far this year, while the total number of cases across Pakistan has reached 59.