Question : SHORTAGE OF ANTI RABIES VACCINES

(a) whether there is any shortage of antirabies vaccines in the country;

(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor;

(c) whether any private manufacturers have stopped/curtailed the production of these vaccines;

(d) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; and

(e) the corrective measures taken or proposed to be taken by the Government in this regard?

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE(SHRI DINESH TRIVEDI)

(a) & (b) Anti-rabies vaccines are available in sufficient quantities in the country.

(c) No.

(d) & (e) Does not arise.