Published: 28 February 2026DD NewsGovernance
PM Modi Launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Programme for Girls from Ajmer, Rajasthan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme for girls aged 14 years from Ajmer, Rajasthan on February 28, 2026. The single-shot Gardasil 4 vaccine provides protection against HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18 that cause cervical cancer. Vaccines are available free-of-cost at government facilities to approximately 1.15 crore girls across all States and UTs.
During his Rajasthan visit, PM Modi also inaugurated development projects worth over ₹16,680 crore and distributed appointment letters to more than 21,000 newly selected youths in Rajasthan government departments. Girls turning 15 within 90 days of launch are also eligible under the three-month intensive campaign.
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Q: Examine the public health significance of India's nationwide HPV vaccination programme for 14-year-old girls and its role in preventing cervical cancer.
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PM Modi launched the nationwide HPV vaccination from Ajmer on February 28, 2026, covering approximately 1.15 crore girls aged 14. The single-shot Gardasil 4 protects against HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18, which cause cervical cancer. Free government-facility delivery reduces disease burden and advances women's preventive healthcare.
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PM Modi launched the nationwide HPV vaccination programme from which city in Rajasthan on February 28, 2026?
Explanation · Correct answer DPM Modi launched the nationwide HPV vaccination programme for girls aged 14 from Ajmer, Rajasthan, using single-shot Gardasil 4 vaccine targeting cervical cancer.
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Where and when did Narendra Modi launch the nationwide HPV vaccination programme?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus vaccination programme from Ajmer, Rajasthan on February 28, 2026. The programme is for girls aged 14 years.
Which vaccine is being used in the HPV programme, and what does it protect against?
The programme uses the single-shot Gardasil 4 vaccine. It provides protection against HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18 that cause cervical cancer.
Who can receive the free HPV vaccine under the Ajmer-launched programme?
Vaccines are available free-of-cost at government facilities to approximately 1.15 crore girls across all States and UTs. Girls turning 15 within 90 days of launch are also eligible under the three-month intensive campaign.
What else did Modi do during his Rajasthan visit for the HPV launch?
During the Rajasthan visit, PM Modi inaugurated development projects worth over ₹16,680 crore. He also distributed appointment letters to more than 21,000 newly selected youths in Rajasthan government departments.
