The private sector will lead India’s second phase of Covid-19 vaccination. What does it mean? Experts opinion is divided. While some say it is an ‘exciting’ development, others warn it could be a ‘disaster in making’. Feb 27, 2021 · 09:00 am A medical worker inoculates a sanitation worker with a Covid-19 vaccine at a vaccination centre in New Delhi on February 20, 2021. | Prakash Singh/ AFP Starting March 1, India will extend its Covid-19 vaccination drive to the general population. Everyone over 60 years of age – that adds up to not less than 10 crore people – and those over 45 with comorbidities will be eligible. Those with comorbidities would have to submit a prescription by a registered doctor.