<h1>Government Allocates Rs. 35,000 Crore for COVID-19 Vaccination, Supports Public Research and Private Industries Development Efforts.</h1> The government has financially supported public research institutes and private industries in developing COVID-19 vaccines through the Department of Biotechnology and its Public Sector Undertaking, the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council. Nearly nine private industries received support, with Rs. 489 crore allocated and Rs. 148 crore disbursed. The government has committed to providing free vaccination for all citizens. The Union Budget 2021-22 allocated Rs. 35,000 crore for COVID-19 vaccination, with additional funds available if necessary, as announced by the Finance Minister for the financial year 2021-22.