Lakkhi Didi is in her fifties. A diabetic and hypertensive frontline worker (FLW). In the midst of the pandemic, where comorbidities are threatening, she is back in the war zone, risking her own life to visit every household in our area to ensure that every child under the age of five receives “Do BuNd Zindegi Ke” – the Polio vaccine. The COVID vaccine is still under investigation. But we know for sure that we have vaccines against fifteen diseases that can be prevented by vaccines (VPD). Please don’t ignore those VPDs in the midst of pandemic panic. Your ignorance may result in the spread of another endemic, jeopardizing the future generations of the nation. We have successfully eradicated the wild polio virus. It’s possible that your ignorance will bring it back. Please refrain from committing seppuku.
FLWs, such as Lakkhi Di, are once again on their feet, putting their lives in danger. They are in your neighborhood and at your house. Allowing them to give your children two drops of life will protect their lives. Also, ask them to assist you in immunizing your children with other vaccines available at the health centers. Remember that the government is providing you with free vaccines through the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP), which are worth a few thousand rupees if your children are immunized in private facilities.
So, remember, seven times within five years of age. So, be wise and fully immunize your child.