India, Dec. 11 -- The state government launched the ambitious 'Cervical Cancer-Free Maharashtra' campaign from Pune district on Wednesday. The initiative aims to protect young girls from cervical cancer and build a healthier future for women across the state, said health officials.

The programme targets girls aged 9 to 14 years, and the focus is on awareness, prevention and widespread HPV vaccination. To implement the campaign, the government has appointed Jeevika Foundation (Jeevika Healthcare) as the execution partner.

In Pune district, CSR support from organisations such as ZS - Global Management and Consulting Firm, Icertis, CaratLane, Bridgenext India Pvt. Ltd., and JBM Auto has helped vaccinate more than 6,000 girls so far. With a...