Kulgam: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today virtually participated in the launch of nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination campaign for 14-year-old girls
The campaign was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a historic milestone in India’s fight against cervical cancer.
Speaking on the sidelines of a virtual launch ceremony at Kulgam, Itoo highlighted that this campaign is a significant step towards strengthening preventive healthcare services and safeguarding the health of young girls. “Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related morbidity among women and this campaign can drastically reduce the incidence of the disease”, she stated.
The minister also said that the department has been asked to intensify Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activities regarding the campaign across Jammu and Kashmir to encourage informed participation of young girls.
The minister also reaffirmed the commitment of the government to prioritize women’s health and strengthen preventive healthcare systems, aligning with the broader vision of accessible and affordable healthcare for all.
Kashmir records highest-ever February day temperatures
Srinagar, Feb 28: Kashmir recorded its highest-ever maximum temperatures for February, with all major weather stations across the Valley registering new records.
According to the news agency KNO, Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 15.6°C, surpassing the previous February record of 14.9°C set in 2016.
Qazigund recorded 15.2°C, exceeding its earlier record of 14.1°C from 2016.
In north Kashmir’s Kupwara, the maximum temperature reached 14.8°C, crossing the previous high of 14.7°C recorded in 2016.
Kokernag in south Kashmir recorded 13.5°C, higher than its previous February record of 12.8°C set in 2016.
Pahalgam registered 12.1°C, surpassing its earlier record of 11.6°C from 2016.
Gulmarg recorded a maximum temperature of 7.0°C, breaking its previous February record of 5.9°C set in 2006.
Reports suggest the rise in daytime temperatures was recorded across plains and hill stations, marking the highest February maximums in the available records for these locations.
February in Kashmir is generally associated with winter conditions, but this year’s data places the month among the warmest in terms of maximum temperatures recorded during the period, as per the figures shared by ‘Kashmir Weather’. (KNO)
