NEW DELHI- The collective spirit of 1.3 billion Indians played a key role in achieving this remarkable feat of 1.6 billion vaccinations against COVID-19 – a new milestone. In less than a year, India has administered over 1.6 billion doses of vaccine, which is a living example of its resilience and steadfast determination.
It also reflects India’s growing self-reliance while displaying the indomitable spirit in sustaining a nationwide vaccination campaign which began in January 2021 and has reached this milestone of 1.6 billion. vaccine doses in less than a year. India, with a booming population, felt the urgent need to rise to the occasion and they did it together.
“1.5 billion doses of vaccines, that too in less than a year. This is a huge number in terms of statistics. This is nothing short of a surprise to most major countries in the world. It is also a symbol of the capacity of India’s 1.3 billion citizens.
“For India, it is the symbol of a new will that has the courage to do everything to make the impossible possible. It is a symbol of trust for India. It is a symbol of autonomy. It is a symbol of self pride. Today I congratulate all compatriots on this occasion,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.
As long as the disease is there, there is no need to be complacent. Since the disease does not discriminate, there should be no bias in vaccination either.
Currently, over 90% of the eligible adult population of India has received at least one dose of the vaccine. The vaccine, introduced for adolescents aged 15 to 17, protected more than 20 million children in just one week.
India has developed local vaccines in just nine months and is on track to provide vaccine protection to 100% of its eligible population. The country has launched the “Free vaccine for all” campaign.
Without prejudice or prejudice, the vaccine was administered to all sections of society. Popular participation remained key to the success of the vaccination campaign.
But achieving this feat was easier said than done. When the biggest pandemic of the century hit India, several doubts were cast about its ability to handle the situation.
Also, questions have been raised about India’s ingenuity in buying so many vaccines from other countries. But massive public participation became the basis of the vaccination campaign and its success.
A collective image from India’s vaccination campaign tells the saga of courageous resilience. People have braved various unfavorable situations and gone for the jabs against COVID-19. In some places nurses traveled to remote desert areas on camels, in some places Asha workers continued the vaccination campaign despite landslides.
The vaccination campaign sent a strong message to the world about the perseverance and resilience of ordinary citizens. In the difficult geographical conditions of a diverse country, public dialogue and public participation have become the basis of the largest vaccination campaign in the world.
Scientific methods and innovative approaches played a crucial role. The CoWin platform made in India has facilitated registration for vaccination. The vaccination milestone was the result of everyone’s hard work.
Asha’s doctors, health workers and workers have gone to great lengths to reach people in every district and village, often in remote areas.
India had administered 1 billion vaccinations by October 2021. World leaders have praised India for reaching this crucial milestone. The Indian Prime Minister congratulated the 1.3 billion Indians, the country’s scientific community, doctors, nurses and everyone associated with the campaign.
India’s new milestone in vaccination against COVID-19 reflects its growing self-reliance. This is an opportunity to show gratitude to doctors, nurses and health workers for their selfless service. It is also an opportunity to recognize the meritorious services of our scientists and workers engaged in the production of vaccines. It celebrates the painstaking efforts of Asha and Anganwadi workers.
The free-for-all vaccination campaign was a resounding success. Har Ghar Dastak gave it a new impetus through the door-to-door vaccination campaign.
It is not only a colossal vaccination campaign in terms of high vaccination doses administered, but also a living testimony to the success of Indian indigenous vaccine and efficient manpower.
In its fight against COVID-19, India has been guided by the two mottos “Jaan Hai Toh Jahan Hai” and “Jaan Shi Jahan Shi”, which have acted as its cardinal principles in shaping future strategy.
Modi encouraged companies making vaccines. All support was extended to these companies and as a result two vaccines – Covishield and Covaxin – were developed locally in record time. Even before the start of the vaccination campaign, health workers had been trained for this purpose.
The Omicron variant spreads faster than all older variants. It has so far proven to be more contagious than expected. Health experts are assessing the situation, the government is also not neglecting anything in the preparations.
Modi is constantly reviewing the situation amid the third wave of COVID-19. In a meeting with State/UT Ministers/Chief Administrators on January 13, he discussed the availability of beds and oxygen in hospitals, besides the pace of vaccination.
During the meeting, Modi stressed the need to intensify the Har Ghar Dastak campaign to achieve the goal of 100% vaccination at the earliest, and also stressed the need to tackle any misinformation about vaccines or wearing masks.
He said: “India’s battle against the biggest pandemic in 100 years has now entered its third year. Hard work is our only means and victory is the only option. We, the 1.3 billion people of India, will surely emerge victorious from the coronavirus through our efforts. — Agencies
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