In 2001, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) issued an order establishing it.
The NTAGI, as India’s top immunization advisory council, advises the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on vaccination and immunization services for the country’s successful control of vaccine-preventable diseases.
India’s NTAGI fills a gap in decision-making on the introduction of new vaccines and the expansion of the Universal Immunization Program (UIP).
NTAGI’s role and membership have grown throughout time to meet the changing demands and goals of the Indian government.
A Standing Technical Sub-Committee is part of the NTAGI (STSC).
The STSC is in charge of conducting a technical examination of scientific evidence on vaccination policy and programs.
The NTAGI drafts final recommendations based on the STSC’s scientific review as well as any other relevant material.