Telangana Pulse Polio Campaign Reaches Over 26 Lakh Children in State drive
Telangana has successfully administered polio drops to over 26 lakh children as part of its ongoing Pulse Polio campaign. With a goal to immunize 42 lakh children, the state health department has initiated door-to-door visits to ensure full coverage for every child under five.
Highlights
- •Over 26 lakh children in Telangana were administered polio drops during the latest campaign.
- •The state is targeting a total reach of 42 lakh children to ensure complete immunity.
- •State Health Minister C. Damodar Rajanarasimha launched the drive at a centre in Borabanda.
- •Health officials will conduct door-to-door visits over the next two days to reach all children.
The state of Telangana has successfully launched a robust Pulse Polio campaign, aiming to immunize millions of children against the debilitating virus. By the afternoon of Sunday, June 28, 2026, health authorities confirmed that over 26 lakh children had already been administered the essential oral polio drops as part of this extensive National Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme.
The statewide initiative was officially inaugurated at the Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC) located in Borabanda. The event saw the presence of the Telangana Health Minister, C. Damodar Rajanarasimha, alongside other prominent cabinet ministers. This program is a critical component of the broader national strategy to maintain polio-free status in the country by ensuring comprehensive coverage among the pediatric population.
Scaling Up the Pulse Polio Campaign
Officials from the Telangana Health department have expressed optimism regarding the outreach, with expectations to achieve a significant coverage milestone of 85 to 90 per cent by the conclusion of the day. The state is targeting an estimated total of 42 lakh children across all districts to ensure complete protection. To reach this ambitious goal, the authorities have implemented a multi-layered approach to maximize the impact of the Pulse Polio campaign.
Recognizing that some families may not have been able to reach designated booths during the initial phase, the Health department has finalized a strategic follow-up plan. Health workers are scheduled to conduct comprehensive door-to-door visits over the next two days. This secondary phase is designed to identify and vaccinate every single child below the age of five who might have missed the scheduled doses on Sunday.
Sangeetha Satyanarayana, the State Health and Family Welfare Commissioner, has issued a public appeal to all parents and guardians. She strongly urged them to prioritize the immunization schedule, emphasizing that every child under the age of five must receive the vaccine to bolster collective immunity. The state remains committed to leaving no child behind in this vital public health mission. By combining booth-level administration with dedicated home outreach, the government aims to solidify the gains made in previous immunization efforts, ensuring a safe and healthy future for the children of Telangana. The initiative highlights the critical importance of sustained vigilance in maintaining public health standards across the state.
