Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded all vaccinators for achieving the two hundred crore vaccine doses landmark. He has congratulated all vaccinators by sending appreciation letters to them personally. Mr Modi said, the vaccinators, healthcare workers, healthcare support staff, and frontline workers have played a critical role in protecting the people. He said, the journey of Covid Vaccination started on 16th January last year and on 17th of this month, India reached another significant milestone of administering two hundred crore doses. Mr Modi said, saving lives is crucial, especially during once in a century global pandemic.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''Prime Minister said, India has scripted history yet again as a nation has completed administering two hundred crore vaccine doses. From the coldest mountains to the hottest deserts, from faraway villages to dense forests, the Covid – 19 Vaccination Programme has left none behind and showed that New India excels in last-mile delivery. Mr Modi said, the scale and speed that India imparted to the world's largest vaccination programme have been spectacular and this has happened due to the efforts of vaccinators, healthcare, and frontline workers. He said, the achievement of two hundred crore vaccine doses showcases the strength of the democratic compassionate and service-oriented ethos of the nation.<br />''<br />''Meanwhile, Mr Modi tweeted in response to the congratulatory tweet by eminent philanthropist Bill Gates. Mr Modi said, India's vaccination drive is big on speed and scale and it has been powered by collective efforts of many, including scientists, doctors, and nurses. He said, at the same time, the people of India have shown remarkable faith in science and taken their doses in a timely manner.<br />''<br />''Congratulating Mr Modi for yet another milestone of administering 200 crore vaccinations, Mr Gates said, we are grateful for our continued partnership with Indian vaccine manufacturers and the Indian government for mitigating the impact of COVID-19.<br />''<br />
News On AIR | July 20, 2022 8:32 PM
PM Modi hails vaccinators and healthcare workers for achieving 200-crore vaccine doses landmark