The Kerala State Minority Commission convened to review an urgent public petition highlighting the scarcity of dental doctors in government hospitals—particularly affecting minority and low-income communities. The session, led by commissioner A.A. Rasheed, spotlighted gaps in Thiruvananthapuram, where assistant dental surgeon positions remain vacant. Officials revealed a proposal to create 130 new posts is already under government review. The commission demanded a status update within 10 days to expedite healthcare access for underserved populations. The case underlines the systemic challenges in distributing dental care and the need for targeted hiring policies.
Kerala Minority Panel Tackles Dental Doctor Shortage
