India PM says economy getting boost from rising vaccinations

On Oct 22, 2021

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, that economic growth was getting a boost from rising vaccinations across the country.

“India’s immunisation campaign hit a milestone of 1 billion vaccinations on Thursday. The country has covered three-quarters of its 944 million adults with at least one dose but only 31% with two.”

Modi urged citizens to purchase locally manufactured products over the upcoming festive season.

He called for vigilance against COVID-19 and recommended wearing masks during festivals.

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