Sheetal Arora, Promoter and CEO, Mankind Pharma, and Akhilesh Dimri, Head CSR, Mankind Pharma, lead Cancer Kavach programme implemented by Swastya Vriksh Foundation with district administration support
New Delhi, February 26, 2026: Selected villages in Samudrapur Taluka of Wardha district have been formally declared India’s first Completely Cervical Cancer Shielded villages following the completion of awareness drives and free HPV vaccination camps conducted under Mankind Pharma’s CSR initiative.
The milestone was achieved through Cancer Kavach, a preventive cervical cancer programme conceptualised and implemented by CSR partner Swastya Vriksh Foundation. The initiative focused on adolescent girls and women, combining vaccination access with structured awareness campaigns and sustained community engagement across multiple villages in the taluka.
The declaration ceremony brought together representatives from Mankind Pharma, Swastya Vriksh Foundation, district administration, healthcare professionals and community leaders. The event acknowledged coordinated efforts to expand vaccination coverage while building awareness and strengthening preventive healthcare systems at the grassroots level.
Sheetal Arora, Promoter and CEO, Mankind Pharma, said, “The declaration of these villages as Completely Cervical Cancer Shielded reflected what can be achieved when awareness, access, and community participation come together with clear intent. At Mankind Pharma, we have consistently believed that preventive healthcare must reach the last mile. Through Cancer Kavach, we aimed to create measurable and sustainable impact in women’s health. This milestone reinforced our commitment to supporting initiatives that protect future generations and strengthen public health at the grassroots.”
Akhilesh Dimri, Head CSR, Mankind Pharma, said, “This initiative demonstrated how focused CSR efforts can create meaningful and measurable outcomes when supported by strong local partnerships. Through Cancer Kavach, we ensured that vaccination efforts were complemented by structured awareness and on ground engagement. The declaration of these villages as Completely Cervical Cancer Shielded reflected the dedication of healthcare workers, local authorities, and community members who worked together to prioritize prevention. We remain committed to expanding similar interventions to further strengthen women’s health across communities.”
Vanmati C, District Collector, said, “This initiative reflects how coordinated efforts between public administration, healthcare teams, and responsible corporate partners can create meaningful impact at the community level. We remain committed to extending full administrative support to strengthen preventive healthcare outreach, particularly for women and adolescents in rural areas.”
Dr. Deepika Chandhok, Founder President, Swastya Vriksh Foundation, said, “The declaration of these villages as Completely Cervical Cancer Shielded is a proud milestone for everyone involved. It reflects sustained field engagement, strong community trust, and close collaboration with the Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Mankind Pharma, the Collector, district administration, and healthcare workers. This achievement strengthens our commitment to expanding awareness and HPV vaccination efforts across more regions in India, making prevention central to women’s health.”
Cervical cancer remains preventable through timely vaccination and awareness. The Samudrapur Taluka initiative demonstrates how structured collaboration and focused implementation can translate preventive healthcare efforts into measurable community outcomes.
With this milestone, Mankind Pharma reaffirmed its CSR commitment to expanding access to preventive healthcare solutions, particularly across underserved and rural regions in India.
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