According to the information by WHO, the vaccine was recommended to be given to health workers who were at high risks of exposure to the virus and to people above 55 years.

According to World Health Organisation Data, on March 22, Brazil reported 79, 069 fresh cases of COVID-19 disease, whereas India has been reporting over 40,000 cases daily for four days now.

The Oxford University has decided on testing and assessing the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine among children.

Given the features of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, which comprises easy transportation and refrigeration at regular temperatures, its rollout is expected to be swift.

Government officials confirmed that the new U.K. strain will not have any impact on the potential of vaccines being developed in India and other countries.