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Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji‘un

It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that the sudden demise of Dr. Rosy Jeelani, beloved wife of Dr. Rouf Jeelani, has been reported. She passed away in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, following a severe stroke she suffered last week while performing Umrah.

Despite receiving medical care, Dr. Rosy Jeelani could not survive, leaving behind her family and loved ones in deep shock and mourning. Her passing in the holy city of Makkah has added to the emotional weight of the loss for the bereaved family.
Dr. Rosy Jeelani was known for her dignified personality, kindness, and unwavering support for her family. Her sudden departure has created an irreplaceable void, deeply felt by relatives, friends, and members of the community.
Condolences have been pouring in from various quarters, with people expressing solidarity with Dr. Rouf Jeelani and his family during this moment of immense grief.

May Allah Almighty grant the departed soul the highest place in Jannat-ul-Firdaus, accept her Umrah, and bestow patience (Sabr-e-Jameel) and strength upon the bereaved family.

IDA Kashmir holds key interaction with National Oral Health Programme Head

Srinagar: The Indian Dental Association (IDA) Kashmir Central Branch held a significant interaction with Dr. L. Swasticharan, Deputy Director General / Director of Emergency Medical Relief (EMR) and National Head of the National Oral Health Programme (NOHP), Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India on Wednesday.

The meeting was led by noted dental academician Prof. Dr. H.U. Malik, along with Dr. Syed Ishtiyaq Geelani, President of IDA Kashmir Central Branch, and Dr. Adil Malik, Secretary of the Branch.

During the interaction, the delegation highlighted the growing unemployment crisis among dental surgeons in Jammu and Kashmir and called for their inclusion under the National Health Mission (NHM), a model that has been successfully adopted in several other states.

Dr. Swasticharan gave a patient hearing and assured that the matter would be looked into with a positive outlook. He emphasized the importance of integrating dental professionals within the public health framework, particularly to bridge the oral healthcare gap in underserved regions.

On the occasion, Dr. Humaira, Editor of IDA Kashmir Central Branch, submitted a comprehensive memorandum titled “Strengthening Oral Health Services in Jammu & Kashmir”, which also included a detailed proposal for the establishment of a Regional Centre of Excellence in Dentistry in Kashmir. The proposed centre aims to advance clinical training, research, and specialized dental care in the region.

The delegation also urged the Ministry to establish dedicated dental units at the primary healthcare level across Jammu and Kashmir to ensure affordable and accessible oral health services, especially in rural and remote areas.

Both sides underscored the need for robust policy support, improved data collection, and collaborative efforts between central and regional health authorities to uplift the dental healthcare infrastructure in the Union Territory.

The interaction concluded with a shared commitment to pursue long-term strategies aimed at improving the oral health landscape and professional opportunities for dental surgeons in Jammu and Kashmir.