The decision to bring Medical Veterans into the War Against Covid is a welcome step by the Chief of Defence Staff. From flying in oxygen tanks from abroad to transporting oxygen containers for refuelling and setting up Covid facilities, the military’s support is crucial for strengthening the civil health system.
With less than 2 days left for vaccination of India’s 18+ population, there is still a puzzling lack of clarity on how several states will procure vaccines. We can’t apply our usual ‘Announce First-Plan Later’ style of governance to Covid Management, not after the unpardonable sluggishness in vaccination so far.
