Karnataka govt changes vaccine strategy, says no vaccination for age 18-44 currently
Make changes in rules for 1st & 2nd dose of vaccination for age group 45+; Details here
Bengaluru: Karnataka Government on Saturday issued an order to clarify the confusion regarding the COVID-19 vaccination drive for 18-44 age group citizens.
The order issued by the Mission Director of the National Health Mission stated that vaccination for the 18-44 years age group is currently not available.
The letter stated, “It is seen that there is some confusion among the general public regarding COVID vaccination. Following note is issued on the current vaccination plan in the state to provide clarity on the issue”.
It further added “Vaccination for 18-44 years age group is currently not available. However, for identified state COVID frontline workers, vulnerable groups, and priority groups, the concerned will be informed of date and time of vaccination by the designated nodal officers”.
Vaccination for the age group of above 45 years, the first dose of COVISHIELD will be given through online appointments and onsite/walk-in appointments in rural areas. The second dose of COVISHIELD will be given through walk-in appointments at the nearest COVID vaccination centre.
COVAXIN however, is not available for the first dose, and beneficiaries due for the second dose of COVAXIN will be notified through SMS. Beneficiaries of the second dose of COVAXIN should visit the designated COVID vaccination centre mentioned in the SMS, the order stated.
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Thunderstorm hits Lucknow, IMD issues red alert across multiple UP districts
Lucknow: Shortly after the India Meteorological Department issued a red alert warning of severe weather conditions in the region, a sudden thunderstorm hit Lucknow and adjoining districts on Monday morning.
The Indian Express reported that the skies turned dark around 8:45 am as strong winds lashed parts of the city. Incidents of tree falls were reported from several locations, disrupting traffic and normal movement.
The weather department said thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, hail and gusty winds of 40 to 60 kmph are likely to continue over the next three hours across several districts.
A red alert has been issued for districts including Unnao, Barabanki, Hardoi, Sitapur, Bahraich, Gonda, Shravasti and Lakhimpur Kheri, where moderate thunderstorms with hail and strong winds may damage trees, power lines and temporary structures.
An orange alert is in place for Rae Bareli, Amethi, Kanpur Nagar, Ayodhya, Kanpur Dehat, Auraiya, Kannauj, Farrukhabad, Shahjahanpur and Balrampur, where thunderstorms with lightning and winds up to 60 kmph could lead to localised disruptions.
Major parts of the state remains under yellow alert, including districts such as Prayagraj, Agra, Bareilly, Aligarh and Moradabad, where light rain, lightning and winds of 30 to 40 kmph are expected.
Authorities have advised residents to remain indoors, avoid open areas and trees during lightning, and secure loose objects.
