Over 2129 children were administered the polio vaccine in Tirumala
TIRUMALA, DECEMBER 21, 2025: As part of the nationwide initiative, the Pulse Polio administration programme was launched on Sunday in front of the Tirumala Temple.
TTD Chief Medical Officer Dr B. Kusuma Kumari administered polio drops to children to mark the commencement of the programme.
A total of 25 Pulse Polio centres have been set up across Tirumala—21 centres for devotees (including the temple) and 4 centres for residents. From 7 am to 5 pm, a total of 2,129 children were administered polio drops.
Senior Medical Officer Dr S. Kusuma Kumari, Ashwini Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Venkata Subba Reddy, Tirupati Central Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Suharlatha, Ashwini Hospital Nursing Superintendent Smt. Krishna Kumari, along with other doctors and paramedical staff, participated in the programme.
