Kiphire, January 20 (MExN): The first phase of Intensive Pulse Polio (IPPI) was held in Kiphire on January 19 at Police Point with Deputy Commissioner, IAS, Kesonyu Yhome administering the first polio drops. According to report, overall 6314 children were vaccinated across the district on the day. The IPPI was successfully carried out in the whole district, a press release said. The whole operation was monitored by supervisors headed by Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Punsokiu and others comprising of Medical Superintendent, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, District Program Officers, Medical officers and other staff from District Hospital and Chief Medical Office. The Adolescent Club members took the initiative in carrying out the operation in and around Kiphire town and Kiphire Village.
