Org. Chairperson

Welcome to the 69th Annual National Conference of the Indian Public Health Association in Belagavi. This significant event focuses on "Transforming Public Health in India: Innovations, Challenges, Diplomacy, and Future Horizons." Together, we will explore solutions to shape a healthier India through collaboration and innovation. Join us at IPHACON 2025 for an enriching experience as we embrace the power of collective expertise to overcome challenges and create a brighter future. Let’s innovate together!

Dear friends and colleagues, Greetings from the Indian Public Health Association! We are delighted to welcome you to the 69th Annual Conference of IPHA (IPHACON 2025), taking place at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belagavi, Karnataka, from 21st to 23rd March 2025. The theme, "Transforming Public Health in India: Innovations, Challenges, Diplomacy, and Future Horizons," will guide discussions, orations, and presentations. Join us for this exciting platform to exchange insights and updates in public health. Looking forward to seeing you at IPHACON 2025 in Belagavi

It is our pleasure to invite you to the vibrant city of Belagavi for the 69th Annual Conference of the Indian Public Health Association. This remarkable gathering will explore the theme, 'Transforming Public Health in India: Innovations, Challenges, Diplomacy, and Future Horizons.' With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we will tackle key issues to advance the nation’s healthcare system. Join us at IPHACON 2025 as we work together to create lasting improvements and a healthier future for India.

It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I extend a warm welcome to each of you to the 69th Annual National Conference of the Indian Public Health Association (IPHACON 2025), to be held in Belagavi from 21st to 23rd March 2025. The theme of this year’s conference, “Transforming Public Health in India: Innovations, Challenges, Diplomacy, and Future Horizons,” reflects our collective vision to shape the future of public health in our country and beyond. As we gather in the vibrant city of Belagavi, a historic hub of culture and innovation, this conference will serve as a critical platform for experts, policy makers, and practitioners to engage in robust discussions. Our distinguished panel of speakers and delegates brings a wealth of experience and expertise. We will engage in thought-provoking discussions on critical issues such as the integration of technology in healthcare, the role of diplomacy in health policy, and overcoming the systemic challenges that impact health outcomes in India and beyond. IPHACON 2025 is designed to bring forward new ideas, foster meaningful partnerships, and highlight the solutions that can help us overcome current challenges in healthcare. Whether it’s addressing health inequities, strengthening the healthcare workforce, or integrating global best practices, the sessions planned will provide deep insights and actionable takeaways. On behalf of the organizing committee, I urge all participants to immerse themselves in the discussions, network with peers, and explore the vibrant city of Belagavi, which has a rich tradition of artisanship and culture, something you will experience throughout the conference. Let us work together, with renewed passion and purpose, to lay the groundwork for a healthier and more resilient future for India. I look forward to your active participation and a fruitful exchange of ideas.