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Dr Mir Mushtaq wins WHO award for Tobacco control in Kashmir
Srinagar: Dr Mir Mushtaq, Nodal Officer of National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) has been awarded by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for his outstanding services in Tobacco control in Kashmir.
Dr Mir Mushtaq is the first doctor in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir to receive such a distinguished award from the WHO.
Dr Mushtaq, who is a Nodal Officer of National Tobacco Control Programme Directorate of Health Service Kashmir (NTCP DHSK), has been honored with the prestigious WHO Award for his outstanding contributions to tobacco control in the Kashmir Division, news agency UNI reported.
The award celebrates Dr Mushtaq's relentless dedication and impactful work in the field of tobacco control, reflecting his commitment to public health and the well-being of the community.
This award signifies progress made in tobacco control in Kashmir and serves as an inspiration for continued efforts towards a healthier, tobacco-free future for the region.
The presentation of the award will take place in New Delhi on the eve of World No Tobacco Day.
Dr. Mir Mushtaq has expressed his profound happiness and termed the award a matter of immense pride.
He conveyed his deepest gratitude to the Secretary of Health, Director of Health Services, and Mission Director NHM for their unwavering support and guidance, which have been instrumental in this accomplishment.
He also thanked the WHO for recognizing his contributions in the field of tobacco control.
This award signifies progress made in tobacco control in Kashmir and serves as an inspiration for continued efforts towards a healthier, tobacco-free future for the region.
As per a media report in the Daily Excelsior, Each year, the Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia Region honours individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to tobacco control through the Regional Director’s Special recognition award.
Kajal joined Medical Dialogue in 2019 for the Latest Health News. She has done her graduation from the University of Delhi. She mainly covers news about the Latest Healthcare. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in.