Gujarat Government Announces Significant Vaccination Achievements
On the eve of National Immunisation Day, observed on Monday, the Gujarat government revealed impressive vaccination statistics from April 2025 to February 2026. According to an official statement released on Sunday, the state successfully administered full vaccination to 11.3 lakh infants under one year of age. This milestone underscores the state's commitment to public health and child welfare.
Comprehensive School and Kindergarten Vaccination Drive
In addition to infant vaccinations, the government implemented a robust school and kindergarten-based vaccination program. This joint initiative by the health and education departments reached 24 lakh children. The campaign specifically targeted students aged 10 to 16 years in schools, while five-year-old children received their second dose of DPT in kindergartens.
The breakdown of vaccinations in the current financial year is particularly noteworthy:
- 11.94 lakh children received the BCG vaccine
- 11.59 lakh children were administered the pentavalent (DPT-Hepatitis B-Hib) vaccine
- 11.24 lakh children received the measles-rubella vaccine
Specialized Immunization Campaigns Across the State
Gujarat also conducted specialized polio immunization campaigns in 14 districts during 2025, administering polio drops to 24.65 lakh children aged 0 to five years. This targeted approach demonstrates the state's comprehensive strategy to eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases.
To mark National Vaccination Day on Monday, the government launched an intensive day-long campaign focused on measles-rubella eradication. Utilizing real-time data from the Vaccine Preventable Disease Surveillance Information Management System (VSIMS) and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) portal, the state health department has identified high-risk areas for concentrated vaccination efforts.
HPV Vaccination Initiative for Adolescent Girls
Another significant achievement is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign launched last month by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Gujarat government has vaccinated adolescent girls aged 14 to 15 years under this program. The statement highlighted that this vaccine, which typically costs between Rs 3,000 and Rs 5,000, was provided free of charge by the state government to protect young girls from cervical cancer.
These vaccination efforts represent a substantial investment in public health infrastructure and demonstrate Gujarat's proactive approach to disease prevention. The coordinated efforts between health and education departments have proven particularly effective in reaching school-aged children, while specialized campaigns address specific health threats across different age groups.
