Rajasthan bagged two out of five WHO director general's World No Tobacco Day awards in South East Asia region for its tobacco control efforts on Thursday.
The directorate of medical and health services (DMHS) and city-based oncologist Dr Rakesh Gupta are among the five recipients for their efforts in tobacco control, including promotion and implementation of anti-tobacco policy and capacity building to control tobacco consumption in state.
Rajasthan has increased VAT on all tobacco products to 65% and it is apart from the 18% excise duty. The tobacco consumers in Rajasthan are paying 83% tax on tobacco products.
Acknowledging the contribution of individuals and organizations, WHO said that every year, it gives award to six regions for their accomplishments in the area of tobacco control such as research, capacity building, promotion of policy or legislation and advocacy to enhance tobacco control.
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