Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir), June 17 -- : Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir has started COVID-19 vaccination for the beneficiaries between 18-44 years on Wednesday.

Dr Pallavi, the Nodal Inchage of District Hospital in Poonch informed that the district hospital has received Covishield to vaccinate people between 18-44 years. "Walk-in facility is not available. We're receiving a good response".

She also mentioned that around 60-70 per cent of people above 45 years of age have been vaccinated in the area till now.

Vanshika, a beneficiary said, "People of Poonch had been waiting for the vaccine drive of 18-44 age groups to begin. I have received my first dose of vaccine and I am feeling good".

Requesting all in the district to come forwa...