National Dental Commission (NDC) members appointed through draw of lots as per the National Dental Commission Act, 2023
Summary
- Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ms. Punya Salila Srivastava, selected part‑time members of the NDC and its autonomous boards.
- Selection was done by a draw‑of‑lots method prescribed under the National Dental Commission Act, 2023.
- The appointments are for the National Dental Commission, the apex regulatory body for dental education and practice in India, and its subordinate autonomous boards.
- The process aims to ensure transparency, merit‑based selection and representation from various stakeholders.
Key Facts
- · National Dental Commission Act enacted in 2023.
- · Members selected via draw of lots as per the Act.
- · Selection overseen by the Health Ministry Secretary.
- · Appointments are for part‑time positions in NDC and its autonomous boards.
Why it matters
Transparent appointment of members to the National Dental Commission strengthens regulatory oversight of dental education and services, ensuring quality standards and safeguarding public health, a key concern for national policy and governance.
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