Countdown to vaccination: Healthcare staff gears to administer first doses

A list of 100 health care workers who are to be vaccinated today has been prepared by the government

Prime Minister Modi's speech at 10.30 am is a call to get, set, and go for vaccination workers at Delhi's G B Pant hospitals. An atmosphere of nervous excitement clouds the D block, seventh floor of the Covid vaccination centre.

All preparations are over. Three rooms have been set up for patients to get vaccinated -- one for vaccination, one waiting area, and another for observation. An Intensive Care Unit lies on the same floor in case of any adverse effects, as well as a 'crash kit' for any emergency.

A list of 100 health care workers who are to