Covid-19: Private firms offer to help with online vaccine bookings amid rush

Several private firms have sought permission from the government to help with online Covid-19 vaccine bookings. Paytm, MakeMyTrip and Infosys are some companies that have sought permission from the government.

Several private firms have sought approval from the government to help with online Covid-19 vaccination bookings. The development has been confirmed by RS Sharma, head of the government’s panel managing the CoWIN vaccination registration platform. The inclusion of third-party apps in online vaccination registrations will help more people book slots in future, according to health experts. Paytm, Infosys and MakeMyTrip are among the companies that have sought approval for aiding online vaccine registrations, following the government’s nod to allow third-party apps to offer vaccine bookings. While India has ramped up its vaccination pace over the past month, many individuals are still struggling to find slots on the CoWIN portal. The inclusion of private firms in the online vaccine registration process will make it easier for individuals to book slots amid rising demand.