India Launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign for 14-Year-Old Girls to Prevent Cervical Cancer

India is set to launch a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign on February 28, targeting 14-year-old girls to prevent cervical cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the drive from Ajmer, Rajasthan. The campaign will administer a single dose of the quadrivalent Gardasil-4 vaccine, covering HPV types responsible for most cervical cancers. States like Maharashtra and Gurugram have prepared for the rollout, which will be integrated into routine immunisation after an intensive three-month drive. Experts highlight this as a significant public health milestone to increase vaccine accessibility and reduce cervical cancer burden in India.