National Health Mission, Karimganj Concludes Successful Mental Health Awareness Activities for World Mental Health Month.

The District Mental Health Programme under the National Health Mission (NHM), Karimganj, successfully concluded a series of initiatives to promote mental health awareness and well-being in the community throughout World Mental Health Month, which began on October 1, 2024. With a focus on the global theme “Mental Health at Work,” NHM Karimganj aimed to foster mental wellness within workplaces, creating supportive, resilient, and stress-aware environments.Key activities included outreach camps held at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs across the district, providing mental health screenings and consultations to ensure that vital resources were accessible to all community members. Additionally, the NHM conducted specialized stress management sessions for office staff across various health establishments, equipping them with effective coping strategies and promoting resilience in high-pressure environments.Dr. Zakir Hussain, Sub-Divisional Medical Officer & Health Officer at Karimganj Civil Hospital, and Susmita Das, Counselor for the District Mental Health Programme, served as resource persons during these sessions. Their expertise greatly contributed to the success of the program.Dr. Sumona Naiding, Joint Director of Health Services, Karimganj, stated, “The successful completion of our activities this month highlights our unwavering commitment to improving mental health care and support in our community. By focusing on workplace mental health, we have taken significant steps toward helping individuals recognize, manage, and seek support for mental health concerns, ultimately contributing to healthier and more productive workplaces.bureau report news abikol.