Supreme Court Rejects Petition on COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition claiming COVID-19 vaccines cause side effects like blood clotting, deeming it attempt at creating sensation. The court underscored the importance of vaccination, while querying the petitioner about personal side-effects experience, which was denied. The plea was filed by Priya Mishra and others.

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a petition alleging COVID-19 vaccines cause side-effects, including blood clotting. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, along with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, refused the plea, criticizing it as an attempt to create unwarranted alarm.

In questioning the merit of the petition, the court emphasized the potential consequences if the vaccines were not administered, stressing the sensational nature of the claims. The bench questioned the validity and purpose behind such a plea, highlighting public health priorities.

During proceedings, the petitioner's lawyer admitted to having taken the vaccine and reported no side effects, further weakening the argument. The plea, presented by Priya Mishra and others, challenged the purported adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines.

(With inputs from agencies.)