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India's first E-Resource Centre for Tobacco Control (E-RCTC) is a joint initiative of PGIMER Chandig

21/10/2025

Honoured to share that Rajeev Kumar – Project Coordinator and Dr. Jatina Vij – Technical Officer (Endgame), under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sonu Goel, contributed to the Stakeholder Meeting on To***co Control and spoke on WHO FCTC Article 5.3, representing the Resource Centre for To***co Control (RCTC). Grateful for this meaningful platform and insightful discussions on strengthening policies to protect public health from to***co industry interference.

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20/10/2025

May this Diwali bring endless joy, prosperity, and peace into your life. Let’s celebrate the festival of lights by spreading love, kindness and togetherness. 🪔💛

14/10/2025

🚭 धूम्रपान छोड़ने के फायदे 💪
धूम्रपान छोड़ने से न केवल आपका स्वास्थ्य बेहतर होता है, बल्कि आपकी ऊर्जा, रूप-रंग और आर्थिक स्थिति में भी सुधार आता है।
आज ही निर्णय लें — धूम्रपान छोड़ें और स्वस्थ जीवन अपनाएं! 🌿

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10/10/2025

💚 *“The future of India lies in the hands of its youth—and a healthy, to***co-free generation is key to building it. 🚫💨 The To***co-Free Youth Campaign 3.0 is a 60-day nationwide initiative that empowers young people to make informed choices, resist peer pressure, and become ambassadors of a healthier, addiction-free lifestyle. From schools to communities, this campaign encourages students and youth to raise awareness, take action, and inspire others to join the movement. 🌱✨

Every voice counts, every action matters. Whether it’s saying NO to to***co, educating friends, or promoting to***co-free spaces, YOU can be the change India needs. Let’s come together to create a culture where youth lead the way toward a healthier tomorrow. 💪💫

Join the movement, spread the message, and make your mark. Together, we can make India a nation where youth thrive, free from the dangers of to***co!”*

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09/10/2025

🚭Join Us on International Webinar on “Licensing To***co: A Step Toward a Healthier Future” 🌍

Join leading experts from India, Singapore, Hungary & Bangladesh for a powerful online discussion on 9th Oct 2025 | 11:00 AM IST. Together, we’ll explore how licensing can strengthen to***co control and protect communities.

✨ Be part of the conversation, be part of the change!

🔗 Register now via the link in bio.

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09/10/2025

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Sonu Goel, Director, Resource Centre for To***co Control (RCTC) and Professor, PGIMER Chandigarh, for his inspiring Welcome Address at the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Dr. Goel’s thoughtful remarks set a strong foundation for the discussions ahead, emphasizing the importance of intersectoral collaboration, evidence-based policy, and effective local-level implementation in advancing to***co control. His address underscored the need to integrate research, capacity building, and governance to strengthen to***co retail licensing systems across diverse settings.

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09/10/2025

We express our sincere gratitude to Dr. Tara Singh Bam, Director, APAC–To***co Control, Vital Strategies, Singapore, for his valuable participation and expert insights during the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Dr. Bam’s perspectives illuminated the crucial role of regional partnerships and coordinated policy implementation in achieving sustainable to***co control outcomes. His deep understanding of public health systems and advocacy continues to guide countries in the Asia-Pacific region toward effective regulation and enforcement strategies.

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09/10/2025

We are deeply thankful to Dr. Rana J. Singh, Director – To***co Control, South-East Asia, Vital Strategies, India, for his outstanding contributions to the dialogue on strengthening to***co retail licensing.
Dr. Singh’s leadership and expertise in to***co control across South-East Asia brought valuable insights into the structural and policy mechanisms required to curb to***co use at the population level. His remarks emphasized collaboration, strategic communication, and sustained political commitment as key enablers of success.

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09/10/2025

Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. P. C. Gupta, Director, Healis Sekhsaria Institute for Public Health, Mumbai, for sharing his vast expertise and research experience during the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Dr. Gupta’s reflections provided a historical and evidence-driven understanding of to***co regulation and public health interventions in India. His perspectives continue to inspire researchers and policymakers working toward a to***co-free future.

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09/10/2025

We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Hansa Kundu, Technical Advisor (Enforcement), Vital Strategies, India, for her comprehensive presentation on “Introduction to To***co Vendor Licensing: The Overall Landscape in India” at the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Dr. Kundu offered a clear overview of India’s policy framework and shared valuable experiences from state and municipal levels. Her insights on compliance mechanisms, enforcement challenges, and local government engagement provided a roadmap for strengthening to***co control initiatives nationwide.

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09/10/2025

Our appreciation goes to Mr. Shashikant Sharma, Municipal Commissioner, Sikar, India, for his engaging presentation on India’s experience in implementing to***co vendor licensing at the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Mr. Sharma shared on-ground realities from Sikar, demonstrating how local leadership and systematic enforcement can effectively regulate to***co sales. His practical insights highlighted the power of community involvement and administrative coordination in ensuring successful policy implementation.

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09/10/2025

We are grateful to Mr. Jehad Sarker, Assistant Director, National Institute of Local Government (NILG), Bangladesh, for his valuable presentation on Bangladesh’s experience with to***co vendor licensing at the International Webinar on Licensing To***co Retailers to Advance To***co Control: Experiences from Various Countries.
Mr. Sarker shared an informative account of local government initiatives and institutional frameworks that support effective to***co control. His contribution demonstrated Bangladesh’s progress toward integrating licensing systems into broader to***co regulation and enforcement strategies.
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