Jalukie , July 2: Reinforcing its commitment to community healthcare and child welfare, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Health Department, organised a Pulse Polio Immunization Programme at Jalukie in Nagaland.

The immunisation drive benefited 61 children below the age of five, who were administered the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) as part of the nationwide effort to eradicate polio and protect children from the debilitating disease.
Alongside the vaccination campaign, medical personnel and health workers conducted awareness sessions for parents and guardians, highlighting the importance of timely immunisation and regular vaccination to safeguard children against preventable diseases.
The programme aimed not only to ensure complete immunisation coverage but also to encourage greater community participation in national public health initiatives.
Officials said the initiative reflects the Assam Rifles' continued efforts to work closely with the Health Department in delivering essential healthcare services to remote and underserved areas while supporting government programmes focused on child health and disease prevention.
Local residents appreciated the initiative and thanked the Assam Rifles and health officials for organising the immunisation drive, describing it as an important step towards ensuring the healthy growth and well-being of children in the region.
The Assam Rifles reiterated its commitment to supporting national health campaigns and promoting community welfare through regular outreach programmes across the Northeast.