More than 1.07 lakh girls have been vaccinated under Assam's Human Papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation programme, marking significant progress in the state's effort to prevent cervical cancer among young women.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the initiative was moving steadily towards its target of covering 3.27 lakh girl children across the state.
Sharing an update on social media, the chief minister said the programme forms a key part of Assam's efforts to improve women's health and reduce the burden of cervical cancer, one of the most common cancers affecting women.
According to the state government, over 1.07 lakh girls have already received the HPV vaccine since the launch of the campaign. The vaccine protects against strains of the Human Papillomavirus that are known to cause cervical cancer and several other diseases.
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Sarma said the vaccination programme aims to ensure that girls can pursue their ambitions without being hindered by preventable health conditions. He described the initiative as an important investment in the future health and well-being of Assam's younger generation.
The government has projected the campaign as a major public health intervention focused on disease prevention and early protection. Officials believe widespread vaccination will help reduce cervical cancer cases in the long run and improve health outcomes for women across the state.
The HPV vaccination drive is part of Assam's broader efforts to strengthen preventive healthcare and expand access to immunisation services. Health authorities have been conducting awareness campaigns alongside the rollout to encourage participation and improve coverage.
With more than one lakh beneficiaries already covered, the state is expected to intensify its outreach efforts to meet the target of vaccinating 3.27 lakh girls under the programme.
The government has reiterated its commitment to building a cervical cancer-free Assam through sustained vaccination and public health awareness initiatives.
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