The Department of Public Health Dentistry organized a guest lecture on “Tobacco Cessation Counseling” on 5th June 2026. The session was delivered by Dr. Rakesh Patil, who highlighted the harmful effects of tobacco use and emphasized the importance of effective counseling strategies to help individuals quit tobacco and lead healthier lives.
As part of the program, faculty members, students, and staff took a pledge to contribute towards creating a tobacco-free world by spreading awareness about the dangers of tobacco and encouraging tobacco cessation in the community. The event reinforced the institution’s commitment to promoting oral and general health through preventive and educational initiatives.
