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 On July the 17th, 2022, India achieved a major milestone in its vaccination programme against COVID-19 as the cumulative doses administered surpassed the 200-crore mark on Sunday, 18 months after it began the drive to combat the deadly epidemic that has claimed over 5.25 lakh lives in the country so far.

In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the countrymen on bringing about this significant feat. He called India’s vaccination drive unparalleled in scale and speed .

“India has set a new record by completing the target of 200 crore vaccinations in just 18 months. Hearty congratulations to all countrymen on this achievement,” Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said in a tweet.

“Powered by the spirit of Jan-Bhagidari, India’s vaccination journey under PM @NarendraModi Ji’s inspiring leadership has emerged as a mighty epitome of Sabka Prayas,’ he said, adding that this extraordinary achievement will be etched in history .

According to provisional reports till 1 pm on Sunday 17th July, a total of 2,00,00,15,631 doses had been administered across the country.

The health ministry said 98 per cent of India’s adult population has received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine while 90 per cent have been fully vaccinated.