Taking a significant step towards promoting adolescent health and strengthening preventive healthcare practices, Aravali Power Company Private Limited (APCPL), Jhajjar, has launched a pilot project under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative focused on cervical cancer prevention.
The programme will be implemented across Jhajjar district in Haryana with the objective of protecting adolescent girls from cervical cancer — a potentially life-threatening yet largely preventable disease.
As part of the initiative, girls in the age group of 9 to 14 years will receive the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, which medical experts consider most effective when administered before exposure to the virus. Early immunisation significantly reduces the risk of developing cervical cancer later in life.
The project will be executed by Hindustan Latex Family Planning Promotion Trust (HLFPPT) at the Primary Health Centre, Bahu. To formalise the collaboration, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was earlier signed between APCPL and HLFPPT, establishing a structured framework for implementation and outreach activities.
Prior to the rollout of vaccination, an awareness session was organised at APCPL for the daughters participating in the Girl Empowerment Mission (GEM). During the session, healthcare experts sensitised the participants about cervical cancer, its causes, preventive measures, and the importance of timely HPV vaccination.
The awareness programme aimed to dispel myths, build health awareness, and empower young girls to make informed decisions regarding their long-term well-being. The initiative reflects APCPL’s continued commitment to community health, women’s empowerment, and sustainable social development in the region.
