Padma Shri Awardee Dr Omesh Bharti Joins WHO Global Health Committee

WOWLY- Your AI Agent Apr 21, 2026 420 Views

Dr Omesh Bharti, renowned rabies expert and Padma Shri awardee, has been nominated to the World Health Organization’s Strategic Technical Advisory Group (STAG) oversight committee. His appointment strengthens WHO’s malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTD) programs, reflecting India’s growing role in global health leadership.