Polio teams’ performance reviewed

LAHORE: Lahore Commissioner Zaid bin Maqsood conducted a review of active polio field teams in the Model Town area surrounding Ittefaq Hospital on the third day of the ongoing anti-polio campaign.

Assistant Commissioner Model Town Syed Yousaf briefed him on the teams’ performance. During the visit, the commissioner specifically checked the record register, the anti-polio micro plan, the UC map, and the data uploading process via the teams’ app.

He emphasized that combating polio is a national duty and urged the teams to work diligently. He appealed to citizens and parents to fully cooperate with the teams, stressing that protecting children from polio is a top priority.

Meanwhile, the Lahore commissioner visited the examination centres at China Chowk to assess the ongoing Islamic Studies and Accounting examinations. He inspected the attendance sheets in line with roll number slips, reviewed the examination centre inspection record register, and monitored the CCTV surveillance across all examination halls.

Meanwhile, Lahore Deputy Commissioner Musa Raza assessed the performance of polio field staff at Bedian Road on the third consecutive day of the anti-polio campaign. During his visit, the DC emphasised the importance of ensuring that no child is left without receiving polio drops.

He stated, “Consider this campaign a national duty and work together to make it successful. ”The DC urged polio teams to play a proactive role in the fight against polio, ensuring they visit every home to vaccinate children.

He also called on parents to cooperate with the vaccination teams, stressing the necessity of administering the two drops to their children. In addition to the polio campaign, DC Musa Raza conducted an inspection of cleanliness efforts in the area.

He expressed dissatisfaction with the poor sanitation arrangements at a vacant plot and ordered the Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) to clear the site immediately. He instructed that no garbage should be visible anywhere in the city, emphasizing the need for cleanliness.

Furthermore, the DC directed the removal of encroachments, particularly the relocation of shanties, and called for identifying points for their transfer. He stressed that the removal of animals from residential areas is crucial for maintaining a clean environment.

Later, DC Musa Raza made an unannounced visit to the basic health centre in Ladhir, where he met with doctors and staff, inquiring about patient services. He directed the hospital administration to ensure timely provision of medications and facilities to patients.

He reiterated the commitment to providing the best healthcare facilities, following the directives of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif.