10,000 Gurgaon Girls to Be Vaccinated in Three-Month HPV Drive
Around 10,000 girls in Gurgaon will receive HPV vaccines during a three-month immunization drive aimed at strengthening cervical cancer prevention efforts.
Akanksha jain 
Nearly 10,000 girls are set to receive the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine as part of a three-month immunization campaign, according to a report by .
The drive is designed to strengthen cervical cancer prevention efforts by targeting adolescent girls within the recommended age group for HPV vaccination.
Focus on Prevention:
Health officials have emphasized that HPV vaccination significantly reduces the risk of cervical cancer, one of the leading cancers among women in India. The campaign aims to improve coverage rates and raise awareness about preventive healthcare.
Authorities are coordinating with schools and local healthcare centers to ensure smooth implementation and community outreach.
Three-Month Campaign Plan
The immunization drive will be conducted over three months, allowing health workers to systematically reach eligible beneficiaries across different areas of the city.
Officials stated that awareness programs will accompany the vaccination effort to address concerns and provide accurate information to parents and guardians.
Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure:
The initiative aligns with broader state and national efforts to expand HPV vaccination coverage and integrate preventive services into routine healthcare programs.
Public health experts say sustained campaigns at the district level are essential to achieving long-term reductions in HPV-related cancers.
