Dear Esteemed Members of ISCCP,
It is with deep gratitude and a profound sense of responsibility that I accept the honour of serving as the President of the Indian Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology for the term 2025–2027. I sincerely thank each one of you for placing your trust in me. This opportunity to lead a society with such a noble vision and vital mission is both humbling and inspiring.
As I step into this role, I am acutely aware of the towering legacy left behind by our visionary past presidents — Dr. Swaraj Batra, Dr. Vijay Zutshi, Dr Gauri, Dr. Saritha, Dr. Leela, and many others — who have laid a robust foundation of excellence, dedication, and service. Standing on their shoulders, I aim to carry this torch forward with renewed energy and purpose.
“If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” — Isaac Newton
Our Collective Mission
ISCCP has been unwavering in its commitment to improving women’s health by advancing education and training in the fields of colposcopy and lower genital tract diseases. It has also taken commendable strides toward the national goal of eliminating cervical cancer in India. My primary objective over the next two years is to strengthen and build upon this momentum.
We are all aware of the call given by the World Health Organization to eliminate cervical cancer by 2030. The path to achieving this ambitious goal lies in the 90-70-90 strategy:
- 90% of girls fully vaccinated with the HPV vaccine by 15 years of age,
- 70% of women screened using a high-performance test by the ages of 35 and 45,
- 90% of women with cervical disease appropriately treated and managed.
These are not just statistics — they are the promises we must deliver to every woman and girl in this country.
“The future depends on what we do in the present.” — Mahatma Gandhi
Strategic Vision and Initiatives
To rise to this challenge, we need a comprehensive, multi-pronged approach, encompassing the following key pillars:
- Expanding HPV Vaccination:
We will continue advocating for gender-neutral HPV vaccination, emphasizing the importance of vaccinating mothers, daughters, and sons. Our voice must be loud and clear — prevention is our most powerful weapon. - Colposcopy and Screening Training:
Training programs will be designed and strengthened for gynaecologists, family physicians, nurses, and paramedics, empowering all stakeholders involved in women’s health. - Integrated Educational Initiatives:
- Monthly webinars to ensure continued medical education (7th of every month at 7 PM for 70 minutes.)
- Comprehensive CME programs, both online and offline
- Development of various modules for teaching and training activities on screening, vaccination for cervical lesions & , Lower genital tract diseases
- UG Ambassador Programs to sensitise and involve young medical minds early in their careers
- Enhanced Communication and Outreach:
We will focus on strengthening our communication strategies to spread awareness, fight stigma, and create an informed medical and public community. - Capacity Building:
Strengthening ISCCP teams, and establishing robust collaborations with allied societies and public health institutions will be pivotal to scaling our efforts.
- Journal and Research:
Enhancing the reach and quality of our society journal (Journal of Colposcopy and Lower Genital Tract Pathology published by Wolter Kluwer https://journals.lww.com/jclgtp/Pages/default.aspx) will remain a priority as one of the editor of the journal.
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller
A Call to Unity and Action
Dear colleagues, the dream of a cervical cancer-free India is within our grasp, but it requires every one of us to commit, collaborate, and contribute with passion and perseverance. Let us expand our footprint, sharpen our skills, and stay united in purpose.
Together, we can transform this dream into a legacy for future generations.
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill
Let us walk this path — with courage, compassion, and conviction.
Warm regards,
