Nadda launches indigenous Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at CRI Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute (CRI), Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, on 21 February 2026.
Summary
Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute (CRI), Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, on 21 February 2026. With the formal launch, CRI will supply 55 lakh doses to the Universal Immunization Programme by April 2026. Nadda called the launch a step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat in health and said India has achieved 99% vaccine coverage.
Key facts
- Date and place
- 21 February 2026, CRI Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
- Vaccine
- Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td)
- Launched by
- Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda
- Supply
- 55 lakh doses to the Universal Immunization Programme by April 2026
- Coverage cited
- 99% vaccine coverage
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where did Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda launch the indigenous Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine on 21 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Central Research Institute, Kasauli
The Td vaccine was launched at the Central Research Institute (CRI), Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh.
How many doses of the Td vaccine will CRI Kasauli supply to the Universal Immunization Programme by April 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 55 lakh
With the formal launch, CRI Kasauli will supply 55 lakh doses to the Universal Immunization Programme by April 2026.