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Supreme Court Directs States to Provide Free COVID-19 Vaccination
The Supreme Court of India has directed the states to provide free COVID-19 vaccination to all citizens, regardless of their income or social status. A three-judge bench of the court, led by Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, was hearing a petition seeking the provision of free vaccination to all citizens. The court observed that the vaccination is a fundamental right and that the states have a duty to provide it to all citizens. The court directed the states to provide free vaccination to all citizens, including those who are not covered by the government's vaccination program. The court also directed the states to ensure that the vaccination is provided in a fair and transparent manner, without any discrimination or bias. The court's decision is significant as it highlights the growing concern about the accessibility of COVID-19 vaccination in India. The judgment is seen as a major victory for public health activists, who have been campaigning for the provision of free vaccination to all citizens. The court's emphasis on the importance of protecting the right to health is a significant development in the ongoing debate about the balance between public health and individual rights. The judgment has been welcomed by public health groups and is seen as a major step forward in protecting the right to health. The court's decision is a significant milestone in the evolution of the right to health in India and is expected to have a lasting impact on the protection of the right to health. The provision of free vaccination is expected to increase the accessibility of vaccination and reduce the risk of the spread of COVID-19 in India.
