Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for 14-year-old girls from Ajmer this weekend, marking a major step toward strengthening preventive healthcare in women and advancing India's fight against cervical cancer.​

A number of girl students who received the vaccine in the Prime Minister's presence described the experience as safe, reassuring, and unforgettable.​ Purvi Agarwal, one of the first to receive the HPV vaccine, said she felt “very safe” after taking the vaccine. ​“We know cervical cancer causes the death of many women.

That is why this vaccine is very important,” she said, adding that she had read about HPV and cervical cancer in newspapers and was aware of the government's free vaccination drive.​

She noted that the vaccine, which usually costs around Rs 4,000, being made available free of cost is a big relief for families.​Purvi also said she had the chance to interact with the Prime Minister.​

“PM Modi asked us about various things, including our studies. I did not feel like I was speaking to the Prime Minister; he spoke so kindly. I will never forget this experience,” she said.​

Another student, Chanchal Meghwanshi, said she felt completely normal after receiving the vaccine.​

“I had no pain or doubts. This vaccine will protect girls from cervical cancer in the future,” she said, and vowed to encourage girls aged 14–15 to take the vaccine.​

Source:Ndtv