Maharashtra Stops Vaccination for 18-44 Age Group
Maharashtra - the state where COVID-19 took the maximum toll - is considering looking at the possibility of importing vaccines directly for the use of citizens in Mumbai.
On 11th May 2021, Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope said it is "slowing down" the Covid vaccination process for those in the 18-44 age group to focus on those over 45 due to a shortage of doses in the state. He said a discussion is on with the Chief Minister on getting more vaccines. Aaditya Thackeray said, “Like other states, we are scrambling and struggling for vaccines. We are looking at the possibility of globally procuring vaccines for Mumbai. If we can do that, we have a roadmap to vaccinate the people of Mumbai within three weeks. The vaccine hesitancy has gone away and people are eager to get both shots and carry on with post-Covid life. This is why I think we will be able to vaccinate people quickly.” Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a different app than Co-WIN, for people to register for the vaccine because at one time there are many people on the app and people are finding it difficult to get appointment slots.
