PM Modi’s message on World Mental Health Day 2025: ‘Let’s work collectively to…’
To provide mental health support in regional languages and increase accessibility, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda launched several new initiatives for the National Tele Mental Health Program in the national capital on Friday. Read on to learn more about this.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
While calling for conversations about mental health to be made a core part of public discourse and society on the occasion of World Mental Health Day 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised professionals working to improve mental health across the country. “World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that mental health is an essential part of our overall well-being. In a fast-paced world, this day underscores the importance of reflecting and extending compassion to others,” PM Modi wrote in a post on social media platform X. Calling for a collective effort to normalize discussions about mental health, the Prime Minister added: “Let’s also work collectively to create environments where conversations about mental health become more common. I compliment everyone working in this field and helping others to heal and find happiness.”
The government has launched several mental health initiatives
Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda has launched several new initiatives for the National Tele Mental Health Program in the national capital to provide mental health support in regional languages and increase accessibility. These initiatives include the launch of Tele-MANAS Application Enhancements (Multilingual User Interface, Chatbot, Accessibility, Emergency Module). The Tele MANAS app will now be available in 10 regional languages along with English and Hindi. These languages are Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Odia and Punjabi. Speaking at the event, Nadda said, “A sound mind leads to a sound body, and a healthy mind and a healthy body leads to a healthy nation.” He further said, “India is committed to providing equitable, affordable and inclusive access to mental health services. With the launch of new features on the Tele-MANAS app, we are strengthening our preparedness to effectively respond to mental health emergencies and expanding the reach of digital innovations to every corner of the country. We are one step closer to normalizing discussions about mental health, reducing stigma and improving mental health.” It is very important to highlight it as an integral part of public health in India.”
Deepika Padukone’s new mental health ambassador
The union minister also stated that actor Deepika Padukone has been appointed as the Mental Health Ambassador to raise awareness about access to mental health services. According to Nadda, his involvement as a national advocate will help focus attention on mental health and encourage people to seek timely support through government-approved mental health resources. “The partnership with Deepika Padukone will help spread awareness about mental health issues widely in India, normalize discussions to reduce stigma and highlight mental health as an integral part of public health,” he said.
History and theme of World Mental Health Day
October 10 is celebrated as World Mental Health Day every year. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it was first observed in 1992 with the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). This year’s campaign focuses on the urgent need to support the mental health and psychosocial needs of people affected by humanitarian emergencies, WHO said. According to WHO, it is essential for everyone to come together, including government officials, health and social care providers, school staff and community groups.
(With inputs from news agency ANI).
