Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 28 launched a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 14 years and above from Ajmer, marking a significant step in India’s fight against cervical cancer. During the event, several schoolgirls were vaccinated in his presence, following which he interacted with them. The initiative aims to eradicate cervical cancer among women in India.
By expanding access to the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, the programme is expected to protect millions of girls across the country from developing life-threatening cancers in the future. Upon his arrival at Kishangarh Airport, PM Modi was received by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, the Governor, and other senior officials. From the airport, he travelled by Army helicopter to the Ghughra helipad and then proceeded by road to the public meeting venue. Women’s health formed the emotional and central focus of the Prime Minister’s visit.
The HPV vaccination drive has been positioned as a nationwide movement to eliminate cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in India. The campaign reflects the Government’s commitment to preventive healthcare and long-term public health security. During his Rajasthan tour, PM Modi also inaugurated and lay the foundation stones for several key infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening connectivity and boosting development in the state.
These include: Jaipur–Bandikui Expressway: A four-lane Greenfield expressway connecting Jaipur and Bandikui will be inaugurated, expected to significantly ease travel towards Delhi. Amritsar–Jamnagar Economic Corridor (Package 7): A six-lane access-controlled highway segment will also be inaugurated to enhance regional connectivity and facilitate faster freight movement.
