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News18
21 hours ago
- Health
- News18
Peer support critical for adolescent mental health: Experts
Agency: PTI Bhopal, Jul 23 (PTI) Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla has stressed on empowering adolescents with tools to care for their own mental well-being and of their peers, saying it as an investment for the future of the state as well as the nation. Shukla was speaking at the national consultation event organised in Bhopal on Tuesday by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in collaboration with the UNICEF and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS). The event was held on the occasion of release of a national factsheet on adolescent and youth mental health together with a supplement training module, titled 'I Support My Friends', to the already existing adolescent peer-support module under the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK). 'Empowering our adolescents with tools to care for their own mental well-being and that of their peers is an investment in the future of Madhya Pradesh and the nation," Shukla, who is also the state's health minister, said. 'With initiatives like RKSK and the new peer-support addendum, we are building a society where young people are heard, supported and equipped to thrive," he added. Minister of State for Health N Shivaji Patel highlighted the importance of listening to and supporting young people. 'Adolescents today face immense pressures, be it from academics, families or their social environments. We must create systems that allow them to speak up, be heard and feel supported," he said. 'Investing in their mental well-being is not just a policy priority, it is a moral responsibility and a commitment to our shared future," he said. The addendum responds to the urgent need of equipping adolescents with practical tools to identify signs of emotional distress, offer empathetic support and link peers to further help, while also protecting their own boundaries and well-being, a release said. Adapted from a UNICEF-WHO global resource, and contextualised by NIMHANS, the one-day training was built around a 'Look, Listen, Link' framework and uses interactive activities, scenario-based learning and guided reflection to foster emotional literacy, supportive communication and responsible peer engagement, it added. NIMHANS Director Dr Pratima Murthy highlighted the need to begin mental health support early and embed it into everyday settings like schools and community spaces. 'Given the complex mental health needs of young people, consultations like this — bringing together technical experts, youth, policymakers, decision-makers, and media — can play a vital role in addressing unmet needs and advancing the country's vision of a Viksit Bharat," she said. UNICEF India Chief of Health Dr Vivek Singh reflected on the remarkable progress India has made on mental health in recent times. 'We must move from reactive care to proactive, community-rooted mental health systems. There is also a need to focus on an integrated mental health framework. UNICEF is committed to support the government on this shift through scalable, youth-led approaches," he added. PTI MAS GK view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 10:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Cabinet clears Vrindavan Gram scheme, Rs 4k-cr bridge rebuild plan
Bhopal: The state cabinet, chaired by CM Mohan Yadav, on Tuesday approved the 'Mukhyamantri Vrindavan Gram Yojana' aimed at making villages self-reliant. Under this scheme, one village from each assembly constituency will be selected, with a minimum population of 2,000 and at least 500 bovines. These villages will be developed as 'Vrindavan Grams', setting a model of self-sufficiency and holistic rural development for others. Key focus areas under the scheme will include cow rearing and dairy development, environmental conservation, organic farming, water conservation, solar energy, pasture development, infrastructure development and rural entrepreneurship and livelihood generation. In another decision, the cabinet approved Rs 4,572 crore for the Reconstruction of Damaged Bridges Scheme for fiscal years 2025–26 to 2029–30, targeting the rebuilding of 1,766 bridges. This will ensure year-round connectivity, deputy chief minister Rajendra Shukla said. The Madhya Pradesh Rural Road Development Authority's Empowered Committee has been authorized to oversee implementation and monitoring. The cabinet also approved the establishment of a campus of the Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Gandhinagar, in Bhopal. A grant of Rs 1.05 crore per year for three years will be provided. Ten acres of land within the Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) campus will be allocated for the permanent campus. Until the permanent building is constructed, existing facilities at RGPV will be temporarily used. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Hans India
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
MP Cabinet approves land to establish RRU branch in Bhopal and 230 ‘Vrindavan Villages'
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved several key proposals, including establishing a campus of Rastriya Raksha University (RRU) in Bhopal. The campus of Gujarat-based RRU, which is a premier institution dedicated to advancing education and research in national security and policing, will be established at the premises of Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV). Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, briefing the press after the Cabinet meeting, said that the Madhya Pradesh government has approved 10 acres of land to set up a branch of Rastriya Raksha University (RRU). "Until the campus is ready, the branch of the premier institution will function from Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya. It's a historic step of the Madhya Pradesh government, which will be fruitful in many ways," Shukla said. The premier institution, RRU, is a national university under the Ministry of Home Affairs, focused on national security and policing. It aims at providing security and strategic education in the contemporary and futuristic security strategy, and police studies and interdisciplinary areas. In another key decision, the Cabinet has approved the proposal to establish model villages, which will be tagged as 'Vrindavan Village'. One village in all 230 assembly constituencies will be named as 'Vrindavan village'. ''Vrindavan Villages' will be facilitated with all the basic amenities, such as a primary healthcare unit, tap water, rooftop solar energy, library, waste disposal plant and many more," Shukla said. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had announced this unique proposal earlier in November 2024, saying that his government has introduced the 'Vrindavan Gram Yojana' to transform selected villages into model villages with a focus on cow conservation, rural development, and an increase in milk production. Heads of the villages (sarpanch) selected under Vrindavan Gram Yojana will be empowered to take decisions to resolve disputes regarding land among the residents within its limit in a bid to make their villages dispute-free. The Cabinet also approved Rs. 4,572 crore for the redevelopment of 1,766 bridges.
NDTV
19-06-2025
- Health
- NDTV
"Action Will Be Taken": Officials After NDTV's Operation Blood Exposes Black Market
Bhopal: After NDTV's Operation Blood exposed an alarming black market in blood across several top hospitals and blood banks in Bhopal, senior ministers and health officials have responded with promises of strict action, detailed investigations, and policy reviews. The multi-institutional sting uncovered how blood, meant to be donated and distributed ethically, is being sold illegally through a widespread network of brokers, ambulance drivers, and blood bank staff. Madhya Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Public Health & Medical Education, Rajendra Shukla, condemned the irregularities exposed in the sting. "Whatever illegal work is done in such cases... when it is caught, strict action is taken. It is constantly said that such things should be avoided. But if someone still does it, they do it at their own risk - and action follows." Chief Medical and Health Officer of Bhopal, Dr Manish Sharma, acknowledged the gravity of the issue. "You have raised a very important issue. The way it has come to light, it appears to be a full-fledged network. We will order a thorough investigation. Smuggling of blood must be stopped. A team will be formed, and action will be taken. The needy should receive blood at the fixed government rate. You will see results soon," he said. The sting had previously shown how brokers operated in and around Hamidia Hospital. In response, Dr Sunit Tandon, the hospital superintendent, said, "This kind of case has come to my notice for the first time, and that too through your investigation. If anyone is found guilty, we will take appropriate and firm action." Perhaps the most concerning revelation came from Ruby Khan, Deputy Director of the State Blood Cell and part of the State Blood Transfusion Council, who admitted that inspections happen only during licensing renewals. When asked if there was routine monitoring, she said, "We do it only during license renewal. If there are complaints, we investigate." "We have not received any complaints so far. If you have found such irregularities, we are ready to look into them. People should not fall into such traps. The rate fixed by the government is 1,050. If anyone is charging more, that is wrong," she added. While the sting also exposed blood being sold outside AIIMS Bhopal, Dr Ajay Singh, the Director of AIIMS, insisted that the internal system was strict. "We have rigorous vigilance. 80% of our blood comes from voluntary donation. We never accept externally sourced blood for transfusion. If a patient needs it urgently, we arrange it through government channels. We maintain a strict environment and cross-check regular donors. AIIMS Bhopal does not compromise on this," he said. In response to being named in the investigation, Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital's Medical Superintendent, Dr Harmeet Kau,r said: "We have our own blood bank and provide blood only to our patients with proper prescriptions. We do not supply blood to outsiders. If anyone from our hospital is found involved in suspicious activity, we will take action. But normally, this doesn't happen here." With blood being sold for up to Rs 7,000 despite a government-fixed rate of Rs 1,050, and networks operating outside the gates of major institutions, the issue is no longer isolated - it's systemic. NDTV has shared its findings with state health authorities. The government's response now faces public scrutiny - not just to punish the guilty, but to reform the loophole-ridden blood distribution system, ensuring that life-saving blood doesn't come at a deadly price.
Hans India
21-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
MP govt launches 100-day Ni-Kshay campaign to fight against TB
Bhopal: In a bid to create awareness about tuberculosis among the people and intensify its fight against the traditional disease, the Madhya Pradesh government launched the 'Ni-Kshay' campaign on Wednesday. The campaign was launched in the presence of Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav at Sandipani Auditorium in Raj Bhavan. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, who holds the portfolio of the state's Health and Family Welfare, was also present on the occasion. Addressing the launch of the 100-day campaign, Governor Patel emphasised the importance of infection control and timely, complete medication in TB elimination efforts. He also acknowledged the challenges of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and appreciated the government's launch of the Healthy Liver Mission, encouraging people to adopt a healthy lifestyle and undergo simple liver check-ups. The Governor also praised the efforts of the Madhya Pradesh government for making over 5,000 villages TB-free through conducting the 'Ni-Kshay Camp Campaign' previously. He said these accomplishments are the result of excellent teamwork and planning. However, he also warned that incomplete TB treatment can lead to drug resistance, complicating treatment and increasing transmission. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that the Indian cultural philosophy has always valued "excellent health as the highest happiness." Yadav remarked that ancient texts like Patanjali's works and the Gheranda Samhita provide principles for maintaining a healthy body. Quoting Indian scriptures, he said just as ripe fruit completes its life, a person too should fulfil their life journey in health. He praised the Governor's sensitivity towards public health and reiterated the state government's commitment to making Madhya Pradesh TB-free by 2028, with focused efforts at every level. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla informed that Madhya Pradesh was the only state honoured by the Central government for the 100-day campaign. He informed that under the 'Nirogi Kaya' (Healthy Body) campaign, health screenings of 9 million people were conducted for diseases like diabetes, blood pressure, and fatty liver.
