State crosses 31-cr vax mark

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh became the first state to cross the 31-crore mark in administering anti-Covid-19 vaccine doses to people, since vaccination began in the country.

“Today, Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in the country to provide a protective cover of more than 31 crore anti-Covid-19 vaccine doses. This life-saving achievement is a result of the efficient guidance of the respected Prime Minister and the commitment of health workers. To win over Coronavirus, you must also get the vaccine of victory,” tweeted chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday.

Till now 31,07,49,965 doses of the anti-Covid-19 vaccine have been administered, including 17,03,20,570 first doses and 13,77,43,408 second doses, according to data from the Cowin portal.

According to the data, 42,15,064 doses of the anti-Covid-19 vaccine have been administered to children between 12 and 15 years of age. There are 84.64 lakh children in this age group. Over 100% beneficiaries above 18 years of age have got their first dose and over 93% in this age group their second dose also, according to the data.

“The anti-Covid-19 vaccine

42,15,064 DOSES OF THE VACCINE HAVE BEEN GIVEN TO KIDS BETWEEN 12 AND 15 YEARS

has protected people from infection. Majority has taken the doses and those left must ensure to take the jab when due,” said Dr Abhishek Shukla, secretary-general, Association of International Doctors.

In Lucknow, 82,08,521 doses of the vaccine have been administered. As many as 69,730 doses have been administered to children between 12 and 15 years of age.