In a major boost to Pakistan’s public health infrastructure, the World Health Organization (WHO)—with support from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance—has distributed over 800 motorbikes to vaccinators across the country. The initiative is part of a strategic effort to improve access to life-saving vaccines in 65 high-priority districts, home to 32.5 million people.
Reaching the Unreachable
The motorbikes are being deployed to help vaccinators reach zero-dose children—those who have never received a single vaccine—and under-immunized populations in remote and underserved areas. The allocation includes:
- 300 motorbikes for 21 districts in Sindh
- 200 motorbikes for 10 districts in Punjab
- 108 motorbikes for 24 districts in Balochistan
- 80 motorbikes each for Islamabad and Azad Jammu & Kashmir
- 60 motorbikes for 4 districts in Gilgit Baltistan
Micro-Planning for Impact
Guided by union council-level micro-plans developed with WHO’s technical support, the initiative aims to eliminate equity barriers and ensure no child is left behind. These plans help vaccinators navigate difficult terrain and monitor immunization gaps more effectively.
A Lifesaving Mission
“Every 10 seconds, vaccination saves a life,” said Dr. Dapeng Luo, WHO Representative in Pakistan. He praised the tireless efforts of vaccinators and reaffirmed WHO’s commitment to protecting every child, especially in hard-to-reach communities.
Strengthening EPI
Since its inception in 1978, Pakistan’s Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) has protected millions of children and mothers. This latest support from WHO and Gavi is expected to accelerate routine immunization coverage and reduce preventable diseases nationwide.
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