Dr. Monika Kochar is Advisor–Health at DAKSHIN, Global South Centre of Excellence, New Delhi. With nearly three decades of experience in public health systems, health policy analysis, and project implementation, she holds an MPH from Johns Hopkins University and BDS in dentistry. Dr. Kochar champions South-South cooperation, health system strengthening, and equitable healthcare delivery, bringing strategic insights to SmileAge on policy development, global health partnerships, and sustainable health innovations for the Global South.