What will it take to keep India Polio-free?
A Question to Reflect on this World Polio Day
For many parents today, polio is a disease they have only heard about. This reflects one of India's greatest public-health achievement. Years of widespread vaccination and robust surveillance have helped India achieve and maintain its polio-free status.
Every recommended dose matters.
Polio Vaccination begins at 6, 10 and 14 weeks, followed by boosters at 16-18 months and 4-6 years. Completing all recommended doses on time and continuing timely vaccination through adolescence helps sustain protection and safeguard India's polio-free status.
- 6weeks · Primary
- 10weeks · Primary
- 14weeks · Primary
- 16–18months · Booster
- 4–6years · Booster