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Punjab to vaccinate journalists against coronavirus on priority basis

CM Usman Buzdar says that after Eid, journalists would be vaccinated against coronavirus on a priority basis

By Web Desk
May 11, 2021

On the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar,  Punjab will begin vaccination of journalists against coronavirus on a priority basis,  Jang reported on Tuesday.

In a statement, CM Buzdar said that the vaccinations will begin after Eid.

He has  directed the health department to review whether special vaccination centres can be established in press clubs.

The chief minister also accepted the recommendations of the Cabinet Committee on Corona Control.

With 9,125 deaths, Punjab has reported the highest number of deaths. 

The coronavirus positivity ratio in Pakistan currently stands at 7.93%.