In a recent U turn, P.M announced that Central Govt. will provide free vaccine to all citizens over 18 and state Govt. will not have to pay for vaccine anymore.
Govt. announced that 75% of total production will be purchased by Central Govt. and will provide states for free vaccination.
Remaining 25% will be sold to private facilities where citizen can take jabs if they desire. Private facilities can not charge more than Rs 150 over and above the cost price.
The new policy will take effect after two weeks, the 21st June 2021. PM said.
Following heavy criticism from the country as well as Supreme Court prompted the paradigm shift, sources indicated.
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Revised rates are to be notified by Health Ministry for implementation purposes.
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