Who has been recommended as the new chairperson of the National Dental Commission?

Dr. Sanjay Tiwari has been recommended as the new chairperson of the National Dental Commission.

What is Dr. Sanjay Tiwari's experience in the dental field?

Dr. Tiwari has over 35 years of teaching experience, is a specialist in endodontic microsurgery, has authored over 80 research papers, and is a Commonwealth fellow trained at King's College London.

What is Dr. Tiwari's current role before this appointment?

Dr. Tiwari is currently the principal of the Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences in Rohtak, Haryana, and serves on the executive committee of the Dental Council of India.

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Dental Commission Gets New Leader: Dr. Tiwari Takes Helm

10 Feb

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Summary

Dr. Sanjay Tiwari, with over 35 years of teaching experience, recommended for chairperson.
Tiwari, principal of Rohtak's Dental Sciences PG Institute, is an endodontic microsurgery specialist.
He is a Commonwealth fellow trained at King's College London and on the DCI executive committee.

Dental Commission Gets New Leader: Dr. Tiwari Takes Helm

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has put forward Dr. Sanjay Tiwari for the role of chairperson of the National Dental Commission. Dr. Tiwari brings an impressive background of over 35 years in dental education. His recommendation was formalized in an order issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on February 4, 2026.