EOC Sindh strongly denies reports circulating on social media claiming that polio workers were fired upon in Surjani Town on 17 December 2025.

EOC Sindh strongly denies reports circulating on social media claiming that polio workers were fired upon in Surjani Town on 17 December 2025.

The incident involved illegal aerial firing by private individuals celebrating the birth of a child, which was promptly stopped by the police. No polio vaccination team was present in the area.

We urge media and the public to avoid sharing unverified information, as misinformation causes unnecessary panic and undermines polio eradication efforts.

EOC Sindh remains committed to the safety of frontline health workers and transparent public communication.