Pulse Polio Campaign Launches in Bengaluru – Find Your Nearest Drop‑Centre

The state of Karnataka has officially kicked off its Pulse Polio campaign today, with a focus on Bengaluru. The drive aims to vaccinate children under five years old against poliomyelitis, a disease that has been largely eradicated in India but still poses a risk in pockets of low coverage.

How to Find a Drop‑Centre

Parents can locate the nearest Pulse Polio drop‑centre by checking the Karnataka Health Department’s website or the official mobile app. The list includes government hospitals, community health centres, and selected private clinics across the city.

What Changed This Year?

Unlike previous years, the campaign now offers a mobile vaccination unit that visits neighbourhoods on a scheduled basis. This change is expected to improve reach in underserved areas.

Why It Matters

Polio can cause permanent paralysis and even death. Maintaining high vaccination coverage prevents outbreaks and protects vulnerable children. The new mobile units aim to close gaps in coverage, especially in densely populated urban slums.

Key Points for Residents

• Vaccination is free and available to all children under five.
• Drop‑centres operate from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; mobile units visit on alternate days.
• Parents should bring the child’s birth certificate or vaccination card.
• Vaccines are administered in a single dose per visit.
• Report any adverse reactions to the nearest health centre.

Next Steps

The campaign will run for 12 weeks, covering all districts in Karnataka. Health officials will monitor coverage rates weekly and adjust deployment of mobile units accordingly. Parents are encouraged to share the drop‑centre locations on social media to help neighbours get vaccinated.

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