World Oral Health Day Noticed at JNRM, Emphasis on Preventive Care

Sri Vijaya Puram | March 22, 2026

The National Oral Health Programme (NOHP), beneath the State Health Society–Union Territory Health Mission, in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services, noticed World Oral Health Day 2026 at JNRM not too long ago, highlighting the significance of oral hygiene and preventive care.

The National Oral Health Programme, a flagship initiative of the Government of India, focuses on selling preventive and promotive oral healthcare, strengthening infrastructure and human sources, and creating consciousness about oral hygiene practices, notably amongst kids and susceptible populations.

The occasion witnessed energetic participation from college students, school members, and well being officers, reinforcing the message of this yr’s theme, “A Happy Mouth is A Happy Life,” which underscores the hyperlink between oral well being and general high quality of life.

Addressing the gathering as chief visitor, Dr. H. M. Siddaraju, Director of Health Services, highlighted the importance of sustaining good oral well being as a key element of general well-being. Dr. Pearl Devdas, Principal of JNRM and visitor of honour, emphasised the function of consciousness and preventive care in bettering oral well being outcomes.

The keynote deal with was delivered by Dr. Sanjiv Jaichand, Joint Secretary (NOHP), who elaborated on the importance of World Oral Health Day and the targets of the programme. This was adopted by a PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Hariharavel V.P., Associate Professor (Pedodontics), ANIIMS, GB Pant Hospital, specializing in oral hygiene practices and preventive dental care.

As a part of the observance, prizes had been distributed to winners of a quiz competitors performed in reference to the occasion.