Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the nation today said that many people have been infected with the new COVID-19 omicron. “I would urge all of you not to panic, be careful and alert,” he said. He urged people to wear masks and wash hands regularly.
He said that the country will start the vaccination program for 15-18 year olds from January 3, 2022.
He added that citizens over 60 years of age with co-morbidities will also have the option of taking a “precautionary dose” of the vaccine on the advice of their doctor.
“This too will be available from January 10,” the prime minister said.
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