Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 26 addressed a Virtual Vesak Global Celebrations event on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. He said that India has better understanding of pandemic which strengthens its strategy to fight. At the event, PM said, “I once again salute our frontline healthcare workers, doctors, nurses who selflessly risk their lives every day to serve others in need, to those who have suffered and lost their dear ones. I extend condolences.” “We now have a better understanding of pandemic which strengthens our strategy to fight. We have the vaccine which is important to save lives and defeat the pandemic. India is proud of our scientists who have worked on the Covid-19 vaccines,” he added.