Honorary Secretary’s Message

With deep gratitude and renewed purpose, I extend my warm greetings to all readers of the Journal of the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (JIAPHD). This year has been one of meaningful action, sincere collaboration, and visible progress. I am deeply thankful to our outgoing President, Dr. M. B. Aswath Narayanan, for his steadfast leadership and guidance, and I look forward to continuing this journey under the dynamic vision of our incoming President, Dr. Vamsi Krishna Reddy L. The 29th National Conference of IAPHD at Mangalore from November 28 to 30, 2025, stood as a testament to our shared commitment. With record participation, exceptional scientific sessions, and innovative academic integrations, it brought our community together in a powerful celebration of scholarship and service. I express my heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Ramya Shenoy, Dr. Ashwini, Dr. Praveen Jodalli, and Dr. Mithun Pai along with the entire team for their unwavering dedication in ensuring the success of this landmark event. I extend my sincere thanks to our members, contributors, reviewers, and the entire editorial team of JIAPHD for their relentless efforts in nurturing scientific inquiry and disseminating high-quality research. Together, let us continue to uphold the values that define our association – integrity, inclusivity, innovation, and impact.