Centre backtracks, allows physiotherapists to use 'Dr' title
Union Health Ministry's Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has withdrawn its communication barring physiotherapists from using the prefix "Dr" in India, just a day after issuing the directive. In a letter dated 10 September, 2025, Prof (Dr) Sunita Sharma, DGHS, stated that following representations received on the matter, further examination and deliberation are required.