How’s the vaccine campaign going?

Metrolife calls up private hospitals across Bengaluru to find out

The government has roped in 18 private hospitals in Bengaluru to administer Covid-19 vaccines in the second phase.

Hospitals expect those walking in to have registered on the government’s website or app, but some are willing to help those who aren’t Net-savvy to register at the hospital.

On Tuesday, a day after the phase was launched, Metrolife called up hospitals on the government’s list to ask about their operations.

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, New BEL Road

“We are having issues with the registration portal. It’s best to avoid coming this week. We’ll have a more organised system by next week.”

Shushrusha Hospital, Yelahanka

“Sorry, shots have not arrived. We’re waiting to receive more information from the BBMP.”

Sapthagiri College of Medical Sciences, Chikkasandra

“We haven’t started administering vaccines yet.”

Raghavendra People Tree Hospital, T Dasarahalli

“The vaccine is being administered only at our Goraguntepalya branch.”

Sagar Hospital, Kumaraswamy Layout

“We are carrying out 200 vaccinations a day. If you have trouble with the registration process, come to the hospital between 9 am and 5 pm and register directly.”

Aster CMI Hospital, Sahakarnagar

“You can come in and get a shot.”

Where to register

CoWIN portal

Arogya Setu app

No extra charges

Hospitals Metrolife called said they collect Rs 250 to administer the vaccine. They are not charging anything extra.