Sharp Decline in Polio Cases Reported After Regulation of Afghan Border Movement

Sharp decline in polio cases reported after regulation of Afghan border movement

Final nationwide anti-polio campaign concluded in Dec '25 with over 44.6 million children vaccinated across Pakistan

Regulated Afghan Border Movement Helps Cut Polio Cases in Pakistan

News Desk Quetta: Pakistan’s decision to regulate unorganised cross-border movement with Afghanistan has emerged as a major factor behind the country’s improved performance against polio in 2025, according to health officials and surveillance data. Authorities say tighter controls on the movement of people and goods across the border have strengthened monitoring systems and reduced opportunities for the virus to spread. Official figures show tha…