As Punjab’s vaccination scheme enters its second phase, the province has once again found itself in the grips of yet another coronavirus wave. According to National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) records, there are over 7,500,000 people, including both men and women, due for vaccination in Punjab. Whereas the remaining are required to sign up for their shot immediately and visit their respective vaccination centres,” shared Younis. So Punjab needs to import enough vaccines for over 60 million doses, which would require billions in funds. The bureau’s Awareness and Prevention (A&P) wing was given a comprehensive briefing on the possible import of the Russian vaccine.

Source: The Express Tribune March 13, 2021 05:15 UTC