NOHP Puducherry- National Oral Health Day celebration with , Sri Venkateswara Medical College and Hospital Ariyur

As part of the World Oral Health Day celebrations, *Sri Venkateswara Medical College and Hospital Ariyur* actively participated as a collaborating partner by organizing a month-long oral health campaign. Activities included oral screening camps at rural and urban health centers, along with _rallies_ and awareness programs conducted at Thirukanji, Balavanur, Vilianur, Vadamangalam, and Keezhur. The campaign focused on educating the public about maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing dental diseases. In addition, tobacco cessation training was provided to _nursing_ and _paramedical students,_ and awareness sessions were held at Plumage Industries. Overall, nearly *5,000* individuals benefited from this comprehensive initiative promoting better oral health practices.