High court
Uttarakhand High Court Directs State Government to Provide Free COVID-19 Vaccination to All
The Uttarakhand High Court has directed the state government to provide free COVID-19 vaccination to all citizens, citing the need to ensure that all individuals have access to the vaccine. Background: The petition was filed by a group of advocates, who argued that the state government's decision to charge for the vaccine was discriminatory. Parties: The petitioners were represented by a lawyer, while the state government was represented by the Advocate General. Legal issues: The petitioners argued that the decision to charge for the vaccine was in violation of the right to health, which is a fundamental right under the Constitution. Court observations: The court observed that the state government had a responsibility to provide free vaccination to all citizens, as mandated by the National Vaccine Policy. Significance: The court's decision is significant as it upholds the right to health and ensures that all citizens have access to the COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of their economic status. The decision is expected to impact thousands of citizens in Uttarakhand, who will now have access to free COVID-19 vaccination.
