Former national team captain Wasim Akram and the coordinator signed the agreement.
On the occasion of World Polio Day, former captain of the national team and Sultan of Swing, Wasim Akram was appointed as the ambassador of the campaign against polio.
According to the National Emergency Operations Center of Pakistan’s anti-polio program, Wasim Akram and the coordinator signed the agreement. Wasim Akram as ambassador will participate in various programs to create awareness about polio vaccine among the public and encourage polio workers.
Polio Ambassador Wasim Akram while addressing the event said that Pakistan and Afghanistan are the only 2 countries in the world where polio virus is present, all children have the right to be protected from polio virus and we all together with the international community of Pakistan. They will play their role in making children safe from this disease.
On this occasion, Dr. Zafar Mirza said that protecting children from infectious diseases like polio is one of the top priorities of the government and all schools of society should play their role in protecting children from this disease. He said that the real heroes of the Pakistan Polio Program are 260 thousand polio workers whose tireless efforts will make Pakistan a polio-free country soon.
World Polio Day is observed every year on 24 October to pay tribute to the efforts of polio workers against polio. This year, World Polio Day is dedicated to “Anti-Polio Heroes” and “Progress Stories: Past and Present” and tributes are being paid to the anti-polio heroes.
On this occasion, the Country Head UNICEF Aida Garmai Malako and other officials including Dr. Pletha of the World Health Organization were also present. It should be noted that polio is once again on the rise in Pakistan and the total number of children affected by this lifelong disabling disease has reached 41 this year.
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**Interview with Wasim Akram: Ambassador for Polio Awareness**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Wasim. Congratulations on your appointment as the ambassador for the polio campaign. Can you share your feelings about this new role?
**Wasim Akram:** Thank you! It’s truly an honor to serve as the polio ambassador. Polio is a disease that affects not just individuals but entire communities. Being in a position where I can help raise awareness and promote vaccination is both a privilege and a responsibility.
**Interviewer:** What motivated you to take on this role, especially on World Polio Day?
**Wasim Akram:** Growing up in Pakistan, I have seen the impact of polio first-hand. Many children have suffered from this preventable disease, and it’s heartbreaking. I want to use my platform to encourage parents to vaccinate their children and to show that we can eliminate polio, but it requires collective effort.
**Interviewer:** How do you plan to use your influence to raise awareness about the polio vaccine?
**Wasim Akram:** I will be participating in various public events, engaging with communities, and utilizing social media to spread the message. The goal is to make sure that every person understands the importance of vaccinating their children and the myths surrounding the vaccine are dispelled.
**Interviewer:** What message do you have for parents who may be hesitant about vaccinating their children?
**Wasim Akram:** My message is simple: Vaccines save lives! Polio is a disease we can eliminate, but it requires everyone’s participation. Check the facts, talk to your healthcare provider, and ensure your children are vaccinated. It’s our duty to protect them.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Wasim, for your time and commitment to such an important cause. We wish you all the best in your new role.
**Wasim Akram:** Thank you! Together we can make a difference and ensure a polio-free future for our children.
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