Jaipur: City’s prominent doctors were among those who got Covid-19 vaccines early on Saturday to encourage others. They called the vaccines safe and a result of scientific and academic excellence of country’s scientists.
Dr Sudhir Bhandari, principal and controller of SMS Medical College, was the first to receive Covid-19 vaccine. Not only Dr Bhandari but also office-bearers of doctors’ association and others holding key positions came forward to infuse a sense of confidence among other healthcare workers to get the vaccination done.
Bhandari said, “I am happy to say that I am the first to get Covid-19 vaccine with strong faith and conviction. I am totally convinced about the scientific and academic excellence of our scientists. This vaccine is indigenous and scientifically proven and people should get it confidently. After getting the vaccine, I have no physical symptoms. I am very confident, in fact, my sense of happiness, wellbeing and excitement has enhanced.”
He appealed to the people not to pay any heed to rumours. “I request to the countrymen not to mix rumours with science as it is most scientific vaccine. It is well tested and indigenous vaccine. We should protect society and nation and I am live example in front of you that I am feeling so confident after the vaccination,” said Bhandari.
Dr Tarun Patni, president of Jaipur Medical Association, said, “Today, I got vaccinated. I do not have any adverse effect of the vaccine. I am feeling excited for being a partner in preventing spread of the virus. I am feeling the same like I was feeling earlier. I will see my patients going back to my hospital just like I do it on normal days. All should get vaccinated as it has no major side effect. It is effective, safe, cheapest vaccine and easiest way to win over the virus,” he said.
Ish Munjal, president of Rajasthan Medical Council said, “I am feeling happy after getting the vaccination done. It is the feeling of winning over Covid-19. I have no pain or any complaint following immunization. I request all to get vaccinated without any fear.”
Dr G L Sharma, a city-based cardiologist, termed January 16 as another ‘Independence Day’ from Covid-19. “This day will go down in history. It was August 15, 1947 when India got independent from the Britishers, now, the day January 16 is just like another ‘Independence Day’ from Covid. In coming years, the people will celebrate it. I am now at OPD and it has no side effect. I request the countrymen to keep away rumours. I am feeling proud of being an India as I have got Indian Covid-19 vaccine,” said Sharma.