Nagaland CM launches Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio Wednesday launched the Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign (MRVC) in the state targeting to vaccinate 4.72 lakh children in the age group of 9 months to 15 years during the next five weeks.

Rio called upon all to join hands in successful elimination of Measles and Rubella through the vaccination campaign to make Nagaland a healthy and progressive state.

The chief minister said "This is a safe vaccine, certified by WHO and will help our children in battling Measles and Rubella and reduce mortality caused by these diseases."
Rio said "there is nothing to worry and do not get misled by negative information and false propaganda."