The healthcare and frontline workers will be given first priority. PM Modi addresses the nation ahead of the COVID-19 vaccination drive launched across the country. | Photo Credit: ANI
January 16 will go down in the country s history as one of the most anticipated days to come. After what has been a tough 2020, 2021 promises to bring about hope as India begins its first phase of the COVID-19 vaccination drive across the nation.
On this occasion, prime minister Narendra Modi launched the drive via video conferencing. Addressing the many health centres around the country, he started with congratulating the country on reaching this far.
PM Modi today launched the country s vaccination drive
New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched the country s vaccination drive against the coronavirus. Speaking on the occasion, he thanked scientists for developing the vaccines in less than a year. He warned people against ignoring the second dose of vaccines. He appealed to the masses to continue following the anti-Covid norms.
Dawaai bhi, kadai bhi (Yes to vaccine, yes to caution), he said.
Here are the top quotes of PM Modi s address:
The start of vaccination does not mean stopping following coronavirus norms of social distancing and wearing masks. We must vow:
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