Measles-rubella vaccination campaign begins in Thakurgaon

The “Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign-2026” was officially launched in Thakurgaon on Monday, aiming to protect children from the deadly diseases.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mohammad Rafiqul Haque inaugurated the campaign at 10am by releasing balloons at the EPI Vaccination Centre on the premises of Thakurgaon 250-bed General Hospital. 

A total of 142,511 children have been targeted under the campaign. To achieve this, authorities have set up 1,363 vaccination centres, including six permanent and 1,357 temporary facilities.

Children aged between six months and five years will receive vaccines daily from 9am to 4pm throughout the campaign period.

Health officials said the initiative is expected to ensure comprehensive protection against measles and rubella among children in the district, stressing the importance of active participation by parents.

District Civil Surgeon Dr Anisur Rahman, Medical Officer Iftekhairul Islam, and other officials were present at the inauguration ceremony.