Ms Sutapa Biswas speaks to ecancer about catalysing the leadership of national medical societies in India to support clinicians with making HPV vaccine recommendations to parents routinely and confidently in India.

HPV vaccination rates in India are alarmingly low, necessitating collaborative efforts to raise awareness and participation.

Research highlights barriers such as misinformation and distrust in healthcare providers.

To combat this, 15,000 medical specialists have been trained.

With India accounting for 25% of global cervical cancer deaths, the urgency for preventive measures is clear.

NGOs and the government must collaborate to enhance cancer prevention strategies tailored to local needs.