Efforts being made towards making health a fundamental right, says JP Nadda
The Union Health Minister also said that there was a need to decriminalise suicide and after consulting all stakeholders, doctors, the government decide to take this progressive step.
Apr 02, 2017, 09:41 AM IST
Mental Healthcare Bill 2016: Use technology as a tool for effective implementation, says official
Agarwal recognised the lack of trained professionals as a reason for lower focus on mental health in the country.
Mar 30, 2017, 18:13 PM IST
Mental Healthcare Bill passed in Lok Sabha: Why it is significant for India with high suicide rates
The passage of the Mental Healthcare Bill 2016, which was earlier passed by the Rajya Sabha in August 2016, is significant given India's current mental health status.
Mar 28, 2017, 10:24 AM IST
Bill to decriminalise suicide, provide mental healthcare in Lok Sabha
A crucial bill seeking to decriminalise suicide and provide the right to better healthcare for people suffering from mental illness today found all-round support in the Lok Sabha.
Mar 24, 2017, 19:34 PM IST
