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May 11, 2021

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Vaccination drive for Indians between the age 18 and 45 years started on May 1. Its possible to find vaccination centres in real time using Indian government’s portal CoWIN (https://www.cowin.gov.in/) but due to limited supply of vaccines, people are confused and facing issues in getting the required slot.

 

Here is the list of few technology tools available on the internet for the internet Savvy generation to help them find the nearest vaccination centre

Ping on WhatsApp

Users can use the official MyGov Corona Helpdesk to get the authentic information related to COVID-19 and also check availability and find slots in real time in their area.

Add WhatsApp Number +91 9013151515 and say “Hi” or click on the link to start a conversation with the bot Link

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Send Alert On Email

An open source vaccine tracker which sends you email once the vaccination slot is available in your area. Access it here Link 

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Facebook In-App Vaccine Finder tool

Facebook India has launched a multilingual tool to find the nearest vaccination centre and book slots. This will help users identify and locate vaccine centers near their location along with additional information such as hours of operation. The data will be provided by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Facebook says that the tool will also show walk-in options (specifically for 46 years and above), a link to register on the Co-Win website and to schedule your vaccination appointment. You will be able to access the tool in the COVID-19 Information Center.

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Paytm Vaccine Finder Tool

Digital Payments App has also rolled out In-App Vaccine Centre tool where users can check availability and find slots. Users can also get notification when the next slot is available. Paytm is using real time CoWIN API to help users find the slot. Slot booking and registration is carried out by the CoWIN portal only.

 

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