ICMR seeks partners to make typhoid vaccines.

• The vaccine is expected to be developed by ICMR-NIRBI Institute, which will provide expert guidance and technical support for all phases.

• Current typhoid vaccines in India include Typbar-TCV, Ty21a, Typhim Vi, and Typherix.

• Typhoid is a significant public health issue in India, with millions of cases reported annually, especially in urban areas.