- Nilesh K. Shende, CPC 📢 Join our Channels for instant job alerts YouTube - MCoderTube         Whatsap Job Group        Telegram In a landmark public health decision, the Government of India has announced the rollout of a free nationwide HPV vaccination programme aimed at preventing cervical cancer among young girls and women. This initiative marks a significant step in reducing India’s cervical cancer burden and strengthening preventive healthcare. Why This Announcement Is Important India carries nearly 25% of the global cervical cancer burden, making it one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in the country. The primary cause of cervical cancer is persistent infection with Human Papilloma virus (HPV) — a common sexually transmitted virus. Key Facts -  HPV types 16 and 18 cause the majority of cervical cancer cases. Early vaccination before virus exposure can reduce long-term cancer risk by up to 97%. ...