Is it possible for India to achieve universal vaccination by end of 2021?

The Government of India has announced its plans to vaccinate all people aged 18 and above by year-end. How ambitious is the goal and is it possible to achieve it? Read to find out.

After a decent April and a disappointing May, is it possible to achieve universal vaccination for people aged 18 and above by December 31? The size of India's adult population is estimated at 86.5 crore, according to the 2021 projections by the health and family welfare ministry. Two doses for each of them mean a total requirement of 173 vaccine shots.