IIT Kharagpur Cards Boost Student Mental Health

IIT Kharagpur celebrated World Mental Health Day 2026 by distributing personalized wellbeing cards to 16,500 students through its SETU Counselling Centre. This initiative underscores the institute's commitment to student mental health and creating a supportive campus atmosphere. The observance also featured short films produced by students and a three-year report from the SETU Centre.

Led by Director Prof. Suman Chakraborty, the institute aims to nurture a compassionate environment. Dean of Student Wellbeing, Prof. Arun Chakraborty, emphasized the importance of emotional support. The SETU Centre's report highlighted its extensive work in counselling and outreach over the past three years. The G-Sec Welfare Team and Security Section assisted in the timely distribution of the wellbeing cards across campus.

These comprehensive efforts by IIT Kharagpur aim to elevate mental health awareness, encourage open dialogue, and ensure students feel supported throughout their academic journey. The initiative positions emotional wellbeing as a shared responsibility, integral to holistic student development.