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PANAJI: Goa has vaccinated more than 84,000 children against polio this year, reaffirming the state’s commitment to protecting every child through timely immunisation, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said on the occasion of World Polio Day.
Emphasising the importance of vaccination in safeguarding children’s health, Rane said every dose brings Goa closer to a healthier, polio-free future. He reiterated the need to ensure that every child receives timely immunisation to strengthen the state’s public health efforts.
“Two drops. A lifetime of protection. A stronger Goa,” the message shared by the Health Minister stated, highlighting the importance of polio vaccination in preventing the disease and protecting future generations.
World Polio Day is observed annually to raise awareness about efforts to eradicate polio globally and to recognise the importance of vaccination in preventing the disease.
With more than 84,000 children vaccinated this year, Goa aims to sustain its immunisation efforts and ensure that no child is left unprotected against polio.
Rane reiterated the message of building a stronger Goa through healthy children, stressing that timely vaccination remains essential to protecting every child and maintaining progress towards a polio-free future.
