J&K District Makes COVID-19 Vaccine Compulsory for 45+ Who Want Ration, Then Revokes Order The order was issued by the assistant director, food, civil supplies and consumer affairs of north Kashmirâs Bandipora district. A medical worker administers COVID-19 vaccine doses to Jammu and Kashmir police personnel, at the Police Control Room. Photo: PTI Rights4 hours ago Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday issued a controversial order, making it mandatory for people above 45 years of age to get vaccinated against COVID-19 for availing ration at government-run stores. The order, which evoked mixed reactions from Kashmiri netizens, was issued by the assistant director, food, civil supplies and consumer affairs of north Kashmirâs Bandipora district.