Coronavirus vaccine for children likely to be approved soon: Sources

A decision on the booster is expected to take some time

The Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccine for children is likely to be approved soon, sources said, adding that the decision on the booster shot may take some time.

“Vaccination for children is likely to start in phases, and an approval on the same is expected  as schools have started to open,” said a government official close to the development. He further added that vaccines for children might be opened up in phases, first for vulnerable children and those above 12 years.

A final decision, however, will be taken by the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (NTAGI).

In a meeting held earlier this month, the