Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE be pleased to state:
(a) the age group targeted under the Mission Indradhanush Immunisation drive;
(b) the number of persons covered under the said scheme, State/UT-wise including Madhya Pradesh; and
(c) the nodal agencies appointed by the Government to conduct the said drive?
ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND
FAMILY WELFARE
(SHRI FAGGAN SINGH KULASTE)
(a): Under Mission Indradhanush Immunization drive, children under 2 years of age and pregnant women are targeted for immunization. However, vaccination on demand is provided to children up to 5 years of age.
(b): As on 20th July 2017, a total of 247 lakh children and around 67 lakh pregnant women have been covered under Mission Indradhanush. The State/UT-wise details are annexed.
(c): Mission Indradhanush vaccination drive is carried out by government staff involved in immunization programme. However, immunization partners like WHO, UNICEF, UNDP, ITSU etc. are also providing support for microplan preparation, monitoring and supervision etc. during this drive.