'Young And Youthful India Showing The Way': PM Modi Lauds First Dose COVID Vaccination Of Over 50 Per Cent In 15-18 Age Group

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (19 January) lauded the first dose vaccination of over 50 per cent of youngsters between 15-18 age group.

"Big day for India's fight against COVID-19! Over 50 per cent of our youngsters between 15-18 age group have received their first dose of Covid-19 vaccine. Well done, my Young Friends! Your enthusiasm for vaccination is inspiring people all over India," the Health Minister said in a tweet.

The development is significant as India started Covid-19 vaccination of youngsters in the 15-18 age group on 3 January this year and had vaccinated over 50 per cent of them in a span of just 15 days.

In response to Health Minister Mandaviya's tweet, PM Modi said, "Young and youthful India showing the way! This is encouraging news. Let us keep the momentum".