India To Get 190-250 Million Fully Subsidised Doses Of COVID-19 Vaccine: Gavi

In a boost for the India's nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive, Gavi has said that India will be receiving between 190-250 million fully subsidised doses of COVID-19 vaccine in line with a decision taken by the COVAX Board in December, reports Times of India.

Gavi, the global public-private alliance on vaccines, has also said that India will be receiving funds to the tune of $30 million for urgent technical assistance and cold chain equipment. The body committed its full support to help India in overcoming the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gavi's spokesperson also shared that the ongoing crisis in India has impacted its vaccine supply chain as the country has been a major producer and supplier of vaccines.

It should be noted that Gavi is leading global efforts to provide vaccines to low and middle-income countries across the globe.