A new anti-polio vaccination campaign has started in Karachi and other parts of Pakistan on November 2, 2026. Health teams are visiting homes to provide free polio drops to children under five years of age. Parents are encouraged to cooperate with vaccination workers and make sure their children receive the recommended doses.
The Karachi Anti-Polio Campaign November 2026 will continue from November 2 to November 8. The main purpose is to protect young children from polio and prevent the spread of this dangerous disease.
Anti-Polio Campaign Dates
The November vaccination campaign will run for seven days.
- Starting Date: November 2, 2026
- Ending Date: November 8, 2026
- Target Age: Children under five years
- Campaign Duration: Seven days
- Location: Karachi and other selected districts of Pakistan
Millions of Children to Receive Polio Drops
Around 24 million children across 97 selected districts of Pakistan are expected to receive polio vaccination during this campaign.
In Sindh, approximately 6.8 million children across 20 districts are targeted for vaccination.
Door-to-Door Vaccination Teams in Karachi
Vaccination teams will visit households across Karachi to provide free polio drops. Parents should make sure their children are available when the teams arrive.
Families who miss the home vaccination visit can contact local health authorities to find an appropriate vaccination centre.
Why Are Polio Drops Important?
Polio is a serious infectious disease that mainly affects young children. It can cause permanent paralysis and has no cure.
Vaccination is the best way to protect children against this disease. Health experts encourage parents to ensure that children receive polio drops during every campaign, even if they have received previous doses.
What Should Parents Do During the Campaign?
Parents and caregivers can support the campaign by following these simple steps:
- Allow vaccination teams to visit their homes.
- Make sure every child under five receives polio drops.
- Do not miss vaccination rounds.
- Keep children’s routine immunisation up to date.
- Contact health authorities if a vaccination team misses their home.
Polio Vaccination Helpline
Parents who need information about the vaccination campaign can contact the following helplines:
- Sehat Tahaffuz Helpline: 1166
- Polio WhatsApp Helpline: 0346-7776546
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When does the Karachi anti-polio campaign start?
The campaign starts on November 2, 2026.
2. When will the polio campaign end?
The seven-day campaign will end on November 8, 2026.
3. Which children will receive polio drops?
All eligible children under five years of age.
4. Are polio drops free in Karachi?
Yes. Polio drops are provided free of charge through vaccination teams and designated vaccination services.
5. Will vaccination teams visit homes?
Yes. Teams will visit households to vaccinate eligible children.
6. How can parents get polio campaign information?
Parents can call the Sehat Tahaffuz Helpline at 1166.
7. Should children receive polio drops if they were vaccinated before?
Yes. Children under five should receive the recommended drops during every campaign, even if they have received previous doses.
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The November anti-polio campaign is an important opportunity to protect children across Karachi and Sindh. Parents should welcome vaccination teams and ensure that no eligible child misses the opportunity to receive polio drops.
A healthy future begins with protecting every child from preventable diseases.
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