Chhattisgarh took the right step towards vaccine equity – but the High Court blocked it with quotas
Equitable vaccination does not mean having an equal quota for all groups. Those most affected by the disease or its consequences must be prioritised. A representative image showing a health worker prepare for Covid-19 vaccinations. | Jewel Samad / AFP
India opened up Covid-19 vaccination for people in the age group of 18-44 years from May 1. Due to a shortage of vaccines, Chhattisgarh decided to undertake the vaccination in phases, prioritising those who are socially and economically vulnerable.
As per Chhattisgarh’s guidelines for vaccinations of people in the 18-44 years age group, in the first phase people under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana – a food scheme for the poorest and most vulnerable families – were to be vaccinated, followed by those Below Poverty Line. Those Above Poverty Line were to be vaccinated in the final phase.
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