The top five states are Uttar Pradesh, followed by Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
India touched the 100 crore COVID-19 vaccine milestone today. The top five states that have administered the highest number of vaccine doses are Uttar Pradesh, followed by Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
“Huge congratulations to India for marking yet another milestone — a billion COVID-19 vaccine doses administered. This extraordinary feat in a short span was not possible without strong political leadership, inter-sectoral convergence, dedicated efforts of the entire health and frontline workforce, and the people themselves. India’s progress must be viewed in the context of the country’s commendable commitment and efforts to ensure that these life-saving vaccines are accessible globally,” said, Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, Regional Director, WHO South-East Asia.