Commerce Desk
ISLAMABAD: Rotary Club Islamabad Metropolitan (RCIM), with Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and Youth Catalyst Pakistan (YCP), organized a World Polio Day 2026 Recognition and Advocacy Seminar at Munawar Mughal Hall, ICCI, to honour frontline polio workers.
Over 100 frontline workers, UNICEF social mobilizers, Rotarians, ICCI members and partners attended.
Chief Guest ICCI President Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia stressed intensified efforts to eradicate polio, noting concern over four cases reported in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He distributed appreciation certificates to workers and reaffirmed business community’s support.
RCIM President Mian Shaukat Masud welcomed participants, while RCIM Polio Chair Ms. Tayyaba Gul moderated and highlighted Rotary’s 2026 contributions in Islamabad/Rawalpindi including immunization centres and community engagement.
Dr. Israr ul Haq of National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) said Pakistan reported seven cases in 2026 and called for sustained vigilance and coordination. UNICEF highlighted Social and Behavioural Change Communication, engagement with religious leaders and countering vaccine hesitancy. Dr. Nida Ali of WHO outlined WHO’s support and acknowledged partners.
Past District Governor Masoor Sheikh and ICCI Executive Committee’s Ms. Sadaf Asim Abbasi stressed collective action and continued collaboration for a polio-free Islamabad and Pakistan.
