Imphal, February 28: Manipur joined the virtual launch of the National HPV Vaccination Programme against cervical cancer led by Narendra Modi from Ajmer. The programme was streamed at the Auditorium Hall of Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), Porompat.
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| Officials flag off 33 ambulances during the National HPV Vaccination Programme launch event in Manipur. (Image: facebook.com/YKhemchandSingh) |
The nationwide rollout marks a significant step in strengthening preventive healthcare under the National Health Mission. The HPV vaccination programme aims to protect young girls and women from HPV-related cancers, particularly cervical cancer, by targeting high-risk virus strains and reducing long-term disease burden.
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On the occasion, 33 ambulances were flagged off for deployment across various districts to enhance emergency medical response services and improve timely access to healthcare across the state.
Authorities also directed the immediate strengthening of internal roads within the JNIMS campus, with instructions to complete the work within one week to improve infrastructure and patient convenience.
Officials reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a healthier and more resilient Manipur through strengthened public health initiatives and improved medical infrastructure.
