There have been speculations regarding the introduction of vaccines in India after Russia. Recently, a leading media house covered the discussion between co-chairman and Managing Director of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories GV Prasad and RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev and they have discussed about the vaccine and its impact. GV Prasad went on to say, "We have signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Russian Development Investment Fund (RDIF). Hope to bring vaccine (Sputnik-V) to India as soon as possible, The vaccine effort is quite immense and unprecedented Each company is trying a different approach."

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MD of Dr. Reddy laboratories went on to say, "We have partnered with RDIF. We felt that the signs are good. We are trying to get this in the shortest period of time. We had to get the approval of Drug Controller General (DCG) of India for trial. It will take time, several months to come." Responding to a question about Russia's Covid-19 vaccine candidate, GV Prasad stated, "I certainly think they (Russians) are the first to make a vaccine. There are several other efforts."

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CEO of RDIF, Kirill Dmitriev was quoted saying, "We have four courses and delivery by November subject to the approval of regulatory authorities. People may get a vaccine. More than 40,000 people may get the vaccine by then, We are confident India will play a vital role in fighting Covid-19 Make in India has made pharma sector strong in India." Answering questions about doubts raised over Russia's Sputnik-V vaccine, the CEO said, "It is a clear example of negative propaganda of western companies. Our vaccine is based on human cells. Western vaccines have not been tested and competitors are trying to attack. Our vaccine is safe and much advanced."

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