Srinagar, Jul 12 (UNI) A two-day mega vaccination mela from Monday witnessed heavy rush in summer capital, Srinagar, where 53 fresh COVID-19 positive cases were reported on Sunday.
'We are inching closer to achieve 100 per cent coverage of plus 45 year population, the authorities claimed and said administration feels confident to combat the possible third wave.
The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Srinagar organised two-day mega vaccination mela from today at Pantha Chowk near police station, Aali Masjid in the down town, Old Bus stand Batmaloo opposite police station, Barbar Shah near here in the city, New Bus Stand Parimpora and Harwan Garden near main gate.
An official spokesman said healthy turnout at all the vaccination sites was witnessed on the first day today. The camps will continue tomorrow also, he said.
The administration said world's largest vaccination drive is making significant progress. 'Remember, vaccines are our strongest weapon against COVID. To strengthen India's fight, get vaccinated, it said.
'Please don't miss your jab. COVID is not fun, get your vaccination done,' the DDMA said.
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