As the health authorities are facing difficulties in keeping vaccination centres open everyday, State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals Prof. Channa Jayasumana expressed that they intend to complete the vaccination of all those over the age of 30 within this week. He had also stated that vaccination of this age was supposed to be completed last week, but the target saw an extension for another week. Accordingly, this is to be based on the law of the country, along with the pros and cons of vaccination during a pandemic. After this, if any decision is made, Dr Herath states that they may be gazetted by the relevant authorities. He also reiterated that all such decisions will be made for the betterment of the country.

Source: The Nation September 20, 2021 13:07 UTC