According to the National Emergency Operations Centre, the decision to increase the daily compensation was made following listening sessions with frontline polio workers. The increase will take effect from the upcoming anti-polio campaign.
Ayesha Raza Farooq, the Prime Minister’s focal person for polio eradication, said that the increase in polio workers’ compensation is recognition of their hard work, dedication and services. She said frontline polio workers are playing a key role in efforts to make the country polio-free.
She said the next sub-national anti-polio campaign will be held in 115 districts across the country from September 21 to 27, during which more than 31 million children will be administered polio vaccination drops.
Pakistan is one of the polio-stricken countries, with eradication efforts often hindered by militant attacks, misinformation and parental refusals from targeted communities.
Polio workers play a leading role in the door-to-door inoculation drives, constituting more than 58.4 percent of the polio workforce, despite operating in some of the most challenging environments.
“Their untiring efforts and unwavering commitment reflect the incredible strength of Pakistani women,” he continued. “Empowering them is not just about recognizing their contributions: it is about strengthening our communities and ensuring a healthier, polio-free Pakistan.”
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