Kalwa Hospital Sets Healthcare Benchmark As 818 People Receive HPV Vaccine In A Single Day

Thane, October 09, 2026: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital in Kalwa set a new standard for inclusive cancer prevention healthcare by administering Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to an impressive 818 individuals in a single day. This marked the highest single-day response for an HPV vaccination drive at the hospital, underscoring the success of the special camp jointly organized by Central MARD and Rajiv Gandhi Medical College.

The initiative, supported by MAC Cancer Care Foundation, the Rotary Club of Mulund, the Rotary Club of Juhu, and financially backed by the Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, aimed to reach marginalized communities often overlooked in routine health awareness campaigns. The focus on marginalized populations was evident in the enthusiastic participation of around 250 individuals from the transgender and LGBTQ+ community, highlighting the campaign's inclusive approach.

Dr Prashant Mude, President of Central MARD, emphasized that preventive healthcare should be a fundamental right, not a privilege. The drive not only provided medical care but also aimed to instill a sense of dignity and equal treatment among beneficiaries. A transgender community advocate expressed gratitude for the respectful and dignified experience, stating that initiatives like these make marginalized groups feel seen, respected, and truly cared for by the medical community.