Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed COVID-19 situation and preparedness for delivery, distribution and administration of vaccines in the country.
The Prime Minister also said that the COVID-19 cases are declining in the country gradually with each passing day.
It may be mentioned here that three vaccines are in advanced stages of development in India, out of which 2 are in Phase II and one is in Phase-III.
Indian Scientists and Research Teams are collaborating and strengthening the research capacities in neighbouring countries namely Afghanistan, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
There are further requests from Bangladesh, Myanmar, Qatar and Bhutan for clinical trials in their countries.
In an effort to help the global community, the Prime Minister further directed that the country should not limit its efforts only towards the immediate neighbourhood but should also reach out to the entire world in providing vaccines, medicines and IT platforms for the vaccine delivery system.
National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 in consultation with State Governments and all relevant stakeholders presented a detailed blueprint of vaccine storage, distribution, and administration.
The Expert Group in consultation with the States is working actively on vaccine prioritization and distribution of vaccines.
The Prime Minister directed that the access to the vaccine should be ensured speedily keeping in view the geographical span and diversity of the country. He stressed that every step in the logistics, delivery, and administration should be put in place rigorously.