Nepal declared fully immunised, but experts suspect data manipulation

Scepticism stems from lack of independent verification and global recognition of the claim. Doctors warn such claims could create a false sense of security among public.

Nepal witnessed a massive measles outbreak in 2022 and 2023. But on Monday, the Ministry of Health and Population declared all 77 districts of the country ‘fully immunised and sustained’ with much fanfare. Experts on child health and immunisation have expressed serious doubts about its veracity.