200-crore vaccine doses showcases the strength of the democratic, compassionate and service-oriented ethos of the nation. Meanwhile, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also congratulated the country on achieving this landmark in only 18 months.
He stated , “this extraordinary achievement will be etched in history". “India has set a new record by completing the target of 200 crore vaccinations in just 18 months.
Heartiest congratulations to all the countrymen on this achievement," the Health Minister said in a video address to the people.
India's nationwide covid-19 vaccination drive had started in the country last year on 16 January. According to the Union Health Ministry data released on Sunday, a total of 2,00,0015,631 doses have been administered across the country till 1 pm on July 17.