The BJP's promise of free Covid vaccine in Bihar was followed by a "me too" announcement from Tamil Nadu. The criticism of the BJP move on social media yet to die down, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister E Palaniswami said a vaccine will be distributed free of charge in his state as well. "Once COVID-19 vaccine is ready, it will be provided to all people of the state free of cost," the announced the Chief Minister whose state is due for election next year.