Nearly 300 cyclists, Rotarians, health partners and community members joined Rotary International District 3271’s “Let’s Ride Out Polio” bicycle rally in Karachi on Sunday, renewing calls for a polio-free Pakistan.

The early-morning rally began at PIDC and proceeded towards Port Grand. Participants united under one message: ending polio requires the active support and participation of every community.

The event highlighted Rotary’s continued commitment to polio eradication. It also underscored the importance of collaboration between government agencies, international health organisations and local communities.

Civic and Health Leaders Join the Rally

Several civic officials and health representatives attended the event. They included Additional Chief Secretary Iqbal Memon, National PolioPlus Committee Chair Aziz Memon, UNICEF Team Lead Dr. Jorge G. Caravotta and Deputy Commissioner South Javed Nabi Khoso.

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Rotary leadership was represented by District Governor Shahzad Sabir, Past District Governors Dr. Farhan Essa and Aftab Imam, and District Governor-Elect Fahad Sikander. Rotarians, partner organisations, cycling group leaders and community members also participated.

During the gathering, the guests reaffirmed their commitment to eliminating polio from Pakistan. They stressed that reaching every child requires sustained coordination among government bodies, Rotary International, global partners and local communities.

Rally Highlights Need for Community Action

The rally sent a message of hope and solidarity across Karachi. Participants highlighted the need to protect every child from polio, a vaccine-preventable disease that can cause permanent paralysis.

Rotary and its partners pledged to continue supporting eradication efforts until Pakistan achieves its goal of ending polio.

The district also thanked event partners PSO and SCG for their support. It acknowledged the contributions of the Sindh Health Department, EOC Sindh and the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme.

Organisers also recognised the event committee, Rotary team members, support staff, volunteers and cycling group administrators. Their efforts helped coordinate the route, safety arrangements and morning logistics.

Awareness Session Honours Frontline Workers

The rally concluded at Port Grand with an awareness session honouring polio frontline workers. Participants then joined a fellowship gathering and complimentary breakfast.

The closing event renewed the commitment to protecting Pakistan’s children and supporting the country’s polio eradication campaign.

Rotary summed up the rally’s message with its slogan: “ROTARY SHUKRIYA — TOGETHER WE RIDE, TOGETHER WE UNITE, TOGETHER WE END POLIO.”