Delhi Military Dental Centre Organizes Tobacco Awareness Program at Army Public School

DELHI CANTT, May 31, 2026 — The Military Dental Centre conducted an educational tobacco awareness program at the Army Public School in Delhi Cantt to mark World No Tobacco Day.

Organized under the guidance of Headquarters Delhi Area, the initiative aimed to shield young minds from the dangers of substance abuse by sensitizing students to the severe long-term health risks associated with tobacco use. The session focused on equipping the youth with the knowledge needed to make healthy, informed lifestyle choices.

The school program aligned directly with the global campaign theme of countering nicotine and tobacco addiction by unmasking the psychological appeal used to target younger demographics.

Military medical professionals interacted with the students to explain how tobacco companies market their products and provided practical strategies for resisting peer pressure.By targeting school-aged children, the specialized health campaign sought to foster an informed and resilient generation capable of rejecting substance abuse early in life.

Representatives from the dental centre emphasized that proactive awareness initiatives in educational institutions are critical to creating a tobacco-free environment and ensuring a healthier future for the country.