NEW DELHI: Prime Minister
Narendra Modi on Saturday said that three 3
coronavirus vaccines
are at different stages of trials in India and large-scale production will begin once we get nod from scientists.
"Our roadmap to bring corona vaccine to all Indians in shortest possible time is ready," the PM said.
Independence Day: Live UpdatesAddressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on the 74th Independence Day, the PM hailed people in the frontline of the battle against coronavirus.
Special coverage: Independence Day 2020He referred to the restrictions due to Covid-19 and said that children, the future of the country, were not present at the celebrations and recalled the tireless contributions of
corona warriors
.
"We are going through distinct times. I cannot see young children in front of me today (at Red Fort). Corona has stopped everyone. In these times of Covid-19, Corona warriors have lived the mantra of 'seva parmo dharma' (service is the main duty) and served the people of India. I express my gratitude to them," he said.