VK Paul, NITI Aayog Member (Health) said that the govt was examining Pfizer’s request for compensation and will take a decision in interest of people and based on merit.
“Yes we are engaged with Pfizer and they have indicated the availability of a certain amount of vaccine in the coming months, possibly starting in July,” he said.
“We are looking at what their expectations are from the government and they are looking at what our expectations are from them. That’s the process in which this will move. Because they will have to come to India and apply for licensure in India, that’s one path and there are imperatives of cold chain and supply. They have requested indemnity to all the nations, including the country of origin. We are examining this request and will take a decision in the larger interest of people and on merit. This is under discussion and there is no decision as of now,” Paul said.
Pfizer is ready to offer 5 crore doses to India between July and October this year and has sought specific relaxations.
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