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Coimbatore Targets 2.97 Lakh Kids in Pulse Polio Drive
28 Jun
Summary
- Coimbatore aims to vaccinate 2.97 lakh children under five.
- 1,615 vaccination centres and 32 special booths established.
- Over 6,300 personnel deployed for the district-wide campaign.
The National pulse polio immunisation campaign has commenced in Coimbatore district with a significant target of administering the oral polio vaccine to 2.97 lakh children under the age of five. The campaign was officially launched on Sunday, June 28, 2026, by Minister V. Sampath Kumar at the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH).
To facilitate the vaccination drive, 1,615 centres have been set up across the district, complemented by 32 special booths at high-traffic areas like bus stands and railway stations. Additionally, 22 mobile teams are supporting the effort. Within Coimbatore City alone, the campaign is being conducted at 337 locations, with a goal to vaccinate approximately 1.41 lakh children.
A total of 6,345 personnel, comprising health department staff, Anganwadi workers, other government officials, volunteers, and Rotary club members, have been mobilized for this district-wide initiative. Parents are urged to ensure all children under five receive the vaccine, even if they have had previous doses.
