Dimapur, Dec. 4 (EMN): The measles and rubella vaccination campaign in Nagaland recorded a total coverage of 98%—438627 children out of the targeted 448504.
According to a statement from the department of Health and Family Welfare, the campaign ended on Nov. 29 after a span of 58 days. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio officially launched the campaign on Oct. 30 in Kohima.
Mon district recorded the highest coverage at 99.84%; Phek district had the lowest percentage at 90.12%. (For details, refer table)
“Despite various ill-informed rumours and false prophecies initially crippling the campaign, the current achievement was only made possible through extensive cooperation, IEC support and financial aids received from all quarters.
“With the campaign successfully concluded, the department will continue to monitor new measles and rubella cases through active surveillance and further strengthen routine immunization activities in the state with the experiences gained during the campaign,” the statement read.
It acknowledged the support of the chief minister, minister of Health and Family Welfare, administration, social welfare, power (department), police and paramilitary for their support.
The department also thanked all health workers at the grassroots level and all the schools, village councils, wards/colonies, religious organisations, NGOs and ‘responsible parents’ who had contributed towards the successful completion of the campaign.
