The Ministry of Health will carry out a “mega vaccination campaign” on Sunday with the aim of vaccinating 10 people who are entitled to lakh.
As part of the promotion, first and second doses of vaccine will be given to all eligible individuals, including those over the age of 45, mothers of children under five, and those planning to travel abroad for various purposes. The focus would be on vaccinating young mothers.
The department has appointed officials to oversee the arrangements and operation of trips in each district.
The district’s medical and health officers have been directed to use the services of ANMs and ASHA staff to mobilize eligible beneficiaries to the permanent vaccination centers.
In the Krishna district, the mega-vaccination campaign is carried out in schools, colleges and meetinghouses. Over 40,000 Covishield doses will be available from 122 centers in Vijayawada.