India’s COVID 19 Vaccine Drive: Management of Over 2 Billion Doses

This book provides an overview of India’s COVID-19 vaccination journey, highlighting the innovative strategies for managing vaccine distribution and combating hesitancy. It discusses how India handled its vaccine rollout and supply chain, emphasizing the need for adjustments in response to rapidly changing vaccination policies. It also examines the strategic ‘triage’ system that optimized vaccine distribution. The chapters highlight the significance of Co-WIN, a vital tool that served as a centralized data repository for vaccination. Further chapters explore the legal framework, demonstrating how courts balanced individual autonomy under Article 21 with public health needs. The book also provides insights into how virtual platforms facilitated nationwide training and empowering individuals across regions. Additionally, it explains how a transparent vaccine safety surveillance system builds trust by effectively addressing safety concerns. The book is relevant for public health professionals, policy planners, supply chain managers, vaccine safety experts, communication experts, public health academia, and people engaged in COVID-19 pandemic period studies, by providing valuable insights into present and future public health challenges.