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Anil Kohli

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Serving as president of the Dental Council of India and advancing dental education standards.

Anil Kohli is an Indian dental surgeon, medical administrator and a former president of the Dental Council of India. He is an elected fellow of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and holds the honorary rank of 'Brigadier' in the Army Dental Corps. He is a recipient of B. C.

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Anil Kohli holds the honorary rank of Brigadier in the Army Dental Corps, an unusual military title for a civilian dental surgeon.

The Story

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🌟 In 1992, Anil Kohli became the first Indian dentist to receive the Padma Shri, marking a rare recognition for dentistry by the Government of India.
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As an alumnus of King George's Medical College, Lucknow, Kohli secured both his medical and postgraduate dental degrees, earning the S. S. Bhatnagar Award during his studies.
3🦷 Between 2004 and 2010, he served two terms as president of the Dental Council of India, influencing dental education policies nationwide.
4Holding the honorary rank of Brigadier in the Army Dental Corps, Kohli bridged military service and dentistry, a unique cross-over in Indian medical circles.

🏅 Awards & Honours

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Padma Bhushan

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In 1992, Kohli was the first dentist to receive the Padma Shri, a civilian honor typically awarded for broader medical achievements rather than specialized dental work.

📸 Through the Years

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🗓️ A Life in Moments

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Award
Received Padma Shri award
Anil Kohli was awarded the Padma Shri, becoming the first Indian dentist to receive this civilian honor.
1992
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Career
Joined Dental Council of India Executive Committee
Kohli became a member of the Dental Council of India's executive committee, setting the stage for future leadership.
2001
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Career
Elected President of Dental Council of India
Kohli assumed presidency of the Dental Council of India for his first term, influencing dental policy reforms.
2004
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Award
Received Padma Bhushan award
He became the first dentist awarded the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian honor in India.
2005
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Award
Awarded B. C. Roy Award
Kohli received the B. C. Roy Award, India's highest medical honor, a rare recognition for a dental surgeon.
2007
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Second term as Dental Council President
He was re-elected president of the Dental Council of India for a second term, serving until 2010.
2009
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Corruption investigation and exoneration
Following media allegations, the CBI investigated Kohli for disproportionate assets but closed the case after nine months without charges.
2010
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01 / 04
🔍LESSER KNOWN

Kohli served as dental surgeon to Presidents and Prime Ministers of India for over two decades, a rare position that put him at the heart of India's political elite.

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🏆ACHIEVEMENT

He holds fellowships from all three Royal Colleges of Surgeons—Glasgow, Edinburgh, and England—an achievement signaling international recognition across the UK’s top surgical bodies.

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🔍LESSER KNOWN

Despite corruption allegations in 2010 which led to a CBI investigation and raids, Kohli was exonerated after nine months, highlighting the complex scrutiny faced by medical administrators in India.

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Dr. Anil Kohli - Padmabhushan , Padmashree and Dr. B C Roy awardee

🌱 What changed because of them

Anil Kohli's presidency at the Dental Council of India led to reforms in dental education standards across the country and elevated the professional stature of dentistry in India. His dual recognition with Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards brought unprecedented attention to dental sciences. Kohli’s role as dental surgeon to top Indian leaders also underscored the importance of oral health in national healthcare conversations.

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