Daijiworld Media Network - Mumbai
Mumbai, Apr 29: The state government has decided to vaccinate everyone in the 18-44 age group free of cost at civic and government centres. The MVA government made it official on Wednesday April 28.
A grant of Rs 6,500 crore was approved by the cabinet to inoculate a population of 5.7 crore in the 18-44 age group. The overall population in the state is estimated to be roughly 12.5 crore. Officials said the state is likely to purchase in bulk and sell it to private hospitals as per requirements.
The allocated fund includes the cost of procuring vaccines and logistical expenses. The state is targeting to complete vaccinations for this age group in six months, with a monthly target of 2 crore.