The “STEP UP AND LEAD as INNER WHEEL TOBACCO MARSHAL” program was successfully conducted on 19th January 2026 for Inner Wheel District 302 through an online Zoom session .
The program was arranged by District Chairman Mrs. Aruna Sree (DC 25–26, District 302) and actively promoted by PDC Mrs. J. Maniprabha, with Dt. Mrs. Sonal Bhatia leading the session as Program Director. Their enthusiasm and commitment were clearly visible as they urged every member to step forward and become a Tobacco MARSHAL, not just in name but in action.
This initiative is part of the national series of programs being conducted across Inner Wheel Districts under the inspiring theme of Association President Mrs. Jyoti Mahipal — “DROP DRUGS, NOT DREAMS.”
A total of 92 members attended the live empowerment session, reflecting strong participation and sincere intent to work for a tobacco-free society. The Presidents expressed their collective desire to ensure that all members become MARSHALs and actively contribute to community transformation.
During the medical segment, Prof. Dr. Pawan Gupta explained the serious health hazards of tobacco and the rising burden of oral cancer, while Dr. Supriya Wadhwa, Quit Tobacco and Ayurveda Specialist, shared practical and medical pathways to help individuals quit tobacco safely and effectively .
ICanCare reinforced its support system by empowering every Tobacco MARSHAL with the dedicated Quitline/WhatsApp number 9773856664, where:
- Any suspected oral lesion can be reported by sharing a photograph
- Individuals can seek guidance for tobacco cessation consultations
To become a certified Tobacco MARSHAL and download the certificate, members were guided to complete the online training at: https://www.training.icancare.com
The session concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks by DVC Dr. A. Rani Ratna Kumari .
ICanCare proudly acknowledges the passion and proactive leadership of District 302. With structured training, medical backing, and committed women leaders stepping forward, the Tobacco MARSHAL movement continues to grow stronger.
Together, we are not just conducting programs — we are building a movement to protect dreams and prevent disease.
