NationalSunday, 28 June 2026·The Hindu - National
Wayanad pulse polio campaign on June 28, 2026 covered 45,966 children and 561 booths
Wayanad’s June 28, 2026 pulse polio drive covered 45,966 children through 561 booths on day one.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On June 28, 2026, the National Pulse Polio Immunisation campaign in Wayanad district covered 45,966 children below five years, with the district-level launch held at Padinjarathara bus stand premises.
Key specifics
- Children vaccinated on day one: 45,966.
- Coverage reported: 88% of eligible children in Wayanad.
- Booths set up: 561 across the district.
- Booth types included 523 at health centres and anganwadis, 23 transit booths and 15 mobile booths.
- The campaign was launched by MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra at Padinjarathara bus stand premises.
Exam lens
Public health MCQ focus: district name, booth count, percentage coverage, and launch venue. TNPSC may ask which district reported 88% coverage on the first day of Pulse Polio 2026.