A speedier vaccination drive has become an imperative given that many Indian states are now witnessing a second wave. Also Read | India’s tricky options in the Myanmar muddleThe Indian government, on Wednesday, announced it was opening up the drive by involving the private sector. The private sector, particularly, appears less confident when it comes to the Co-Win app, which is tasked with beneficiary registration at the moment. Sudarshan Ballal, chairman of Manipal Health Enterprises Private Limited, is also batting for a simplified process. A slower vaccination drive could mean India will require newer vaccines as the virus might mutate.

Source: Mint February 25, 2021 11:47 UTC