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Central government announces next phase of COVID vaccination; Opens up for everyone above 18 from May 1
In the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided of allowing vaccination to everyone above the age of 18.
India is currently battling the second wave of coronavirus due to which there has been a spike in the cases. Some states have announced a lockdown to curb the further spread of the virus. Amid this situation, the central government today made a major announcement of allowing vaccination to everyone above the age of 18. They will be given the vaccine from May 1 under the Phase 3 strategy of COVID-19 vaccination. Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided in the meeting.
ANI tweeted, “Govt of India announces liberalised & accelerated Phase 3 strategy of COVID-19 vaccination from May 1; everyone above the age of 18 to be eligible to get vaccine.” The government released a press release which further reads, “Private hospitals would have to procure their supplies of Covid-19 vaccine exclusively from the 50% supply earmarked for other than Govt of India channel. Private vaccination providers shall transparently declare their self-set vaccination price. Eligibility through this channel would be opened up to all adults, i.e. everyone above the age of 18 years.”
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However, till now vaccines were given only at the age of 45 years and above. This came as a sigh of relief. More than 2 lakh cases are being reported. The government is urging people to stay home and stay fit. Delhi has announced a 6-days lockdown today. Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has also tested positive for Covid-19. He had shown mild symptoms, under medical supervision, ANI reported. Meanwhile, Maharashtra has reported 58,924 new coronavirus cases and 351 deaths.
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