Panchkula, Nov. 10 -- Nearly two lakh children aged 1-19 years in Panchkula district will be administered free Albendazole tablets on November 12 as part of the National Deworming Day campaign.
Women aged 20-24 years will also be covered. Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma reviewed preparations at a district-level task force meeting on Tuesday and directed the concerned departments to ensure complete coverage of eligible beneficiaries.
A mop-up round will be held on November 19 for those who miss the initial drive. Deputy Civil Surgeon Dr Shivani said the campaign would cover government and private schools, Anganwadi centres, colleges, technical institutions, brick kilns and slum areas.
Children aged 1-2 years will receive half a tablet, ...