Gangtok, February 28 Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for launching the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls, stating that the initiative will protect their health and future.
"In a significant step towards safeguarding the health and future of our young daughters, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls aged 14 years today," he said in a social media post.
Tamang said he participated in the event via video conference, and that the initiative was also launched in Sikkim.
"This transformative initiative will annually benefit approximately 1.15 crore girls across all states and Union territories, marking a decisive step in the prevention of cervical cancer and the promotion of women's health," the chief minister said.
The vaccine will be administered free of cost at designated government health facilities, ensuring equitable access and inclusive outreach, he said.
"I earnestly urge everyone to come forward and actively raise awareness about the importance of HPV vaccination. Let us work together to educate families, encourage eligible girls to avail themselves of this free preventive healthcare service, and dispel any misconceptions surrounding the vaccine," Tamang added.
