In a major public health push, Gurgaon has launched a three-month HPV vaccination campaign targeting around 10,000 adolescent girls, aiming to significantly reduce the risk of cervical cancer — one of the leading cancers among women in India.
The drive begins at Civil Hospital, Sector 10, and will be expanded in phases to health centres across Sohna, Pataudi, Farrukhnagar, Borha Kalan and Ghangrola.
Target: 14-Year-Old Girls
The vaccination campaign will focus on girls aged 14 years who have not yet turned 15. Health officials said the programme is voluntary and completely free of cost.
The HPV vaccine protects against high-risk virus strains — particularly types 16 and 18 — which are responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases. It also offers protection against types 6 and 11.
Part of 100-Day Universal Coverage Plan
Haryana has received over 1.14 lakh HPV vaccine doses as part of the statewide rollout. The government aims to complete initial coverage within 100 days, with around 3 lakh beneficiaries expected to be vaccinated this year across the state.
On the launch day, at least 50 eligible girls are expected to receive the vaccine at the district hospital, though officials said all eligible beneficiaries present will be covered.
Digital Tracking & Consent System
To ensure transparency and avoid duplication, vaccinations will be recorded digitally on the U-WIN portal. OTP-based digital consent will be obtained before vaccination, although written parental consent will also be accepted.
Each beneficiary will receive a digital vaccination certificate, and finger-marking will be done as an additional measure to prevent repeat doses.
Gradual Block-Level Expansion
After the initial phase at the district hospital, the campaign will expand to block-level health centres and polyclinics. Following the three-month special drive, the HPV vaccine will become part of routine immunisation services.
Why It Matters
Cervical cancer remains the second most common cancer among women in India, largely caused by persistent infection with human papillomavirus. Public health experts emphasise that early vaccination, before exposure to the virus, is one of the most effective preventive strategies.
Officials say the campaign marks a significant step toward improving women’s health outcomes in the region and reducing long-term cancer burden.
If successfully implemented, the initiative could set the foundation for broader preventive healthcare coverage for adolescent girls in Haryana.
