domestic tourism. She emphasized the importance

On July 2, 2024, Sudha Murty delivered her maiden speech in the Rajya Sabha, focusing on significant issues such as women's health and domestic tourism. She emphasized the importance of a government-backed vaccination program to combat cervical cancer, highlighting that vaccinations for girls aged 9-14 could prevent the disease. Murty advocated for the affordability of these vaccinations through government intervention, noting the successful management of vaccination drives during the COVID-19 pandemic as a precedent.

In addition to women's health, Murty also proposed promoting domestic tourism by nominating 57 Indian tourist sites as World Heritage Sites. She pointed out the potential for increased revenue and cultural pride if these sites were well-maintained and promoted with proper infrastructure, such as good roads and toilets【6†source】【7†source】【8†source】.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Murty's speech, thanking her for addressing relevant issues and recognizing her contributions to the discussion on women's health. He also acknowledged the broader impact of her suggestions on national health policies and tourism【6†source】【7†source】【9†source】.