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The Policy Maker Who Turned India’s Vaccine Story and UPSC Struggles into Bestsellers

Sajjan Yadav’s book, India’s Vaccine Growth Story, explores India’s remarkable journey in vaccine development, from eradicating polio to leading global COVID-19 immunization efforts, while also highlighting the country’s rise as a vaccine powerhouse through innovation and diplomacy.
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For most bureaucrats, policy execution is the ultimate goal. But Sajjan Yadav goes beyond that—he documents, analyzes, and inspires. Currently serving as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Yadav has been instrumental in shaping governance and policy decisions in India. However, his impact is not confined to government corridors alone. As a bestselling author, he has brought two critical aspects of the Indian story to the forefront—its rise as a global vaccine powerhouse and the relentless pursuit of success by UPSC aspirants. Through his books, India’s Vaccine Growth Story and Scaling Mount UPSC, he has chronicled India’s resilience, innovation, and the grit required to achieve excellence.

In an conversation with Indian Masterminds Mr. Yadav talked about both of his books highlighting how India has always been a pioneer in vaccination and one of the biggest producer of vaccine in the world. 

Watch the video here: 

India’s Vaccine Journey: A Story of Self-Reliance

In India’s Vaccine Growth Story, Yadav captures the nation’s extraordinary progress in immunization, from battling polio to leading global vaccine distribution. His book dives into India’s strategic vaccine diplomacy, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where the country emerged as a key global supplier. “India’s biggest turning point in vaccine development was its self-reliance. The COVID-19 pandemic showed the world that we weren’t just consumers but leaders in vaccine production and distribution,” he explains. The book is a powerful narrative of scientific progress, strategic policymaking, and India’s growing influence in global healthcare.

Scaling the UPSC Mountain

If India’s Vaccine Growth Story is about a nation’s achievements, Scaling Mount UPSC is about personal triumphs. Yadav’s book serves as a guiding light for lakhs of aspirants who dream of cracking one of the toughest exams in the world. Through real-life success stories and practical strategies, he provides an insider’s perspective on the rigorous journey of UPSC preparation. “The biggest mistake aspirants make is ignoring revision and mock tests. UPSC is not about information overload but smart preparation,” he advises. He also highlights the mental resilience needed, emphasizing that success in the exam is as much about emotional strength as it is about knowledge.


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