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Project Saathi: Chandigarh Launches Mental Wellness Initiative
28 Jan
Summary
- India faces a crisis with 13,000 student suicides annually.
- Chandigarh's suicide rate is double the national average.
- Project Saathi aims to build confidence and manage stress.
To combat a growing mental health crisis, Chandigarh has launched 'Project Saathi,' a comprehensive pilot program aimed at enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of students in government schools. This initiative addresses the alarming statistic of 13,000 student suicides annually in India. The project prioritizes sensitizing teachers and principals, upskilling counselors, and incorporating activities like yoga, meditation, and life-skills education.
Project Saathi is a six-month endeavor targeting students in specific grades, with the goal of fostering confidence, resilience, and healthy stress management techniques. The initiative's launch was marked by the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, who highlighted the silent epidemic of mental health challenges exacerbated by academic pressures, family stress, and social stigma.
