Bhubaneswar, August 13: Amid rising concerns over increasing suicide cases among students, the Higher Education Department has announced plans to conduct ‘Safe Campaigns’ and mental health awareness camps across all colleges and universities in the state.
Sharing the information, Higher Education Minister Surjyabanshi Suraj said that the initiative will be carried out under the Shaktishree Scheme, with the aim of promoting mental well-being and emotional resilience among students.
“These campaigns will help students manage stress, maintain mental balance, and most importantly, prevent them from taking extreme steps in difficult situations,” said the Minister.
He emphasized that along with awareness efforts on campuses, it is equally important to foster a supportive environment involving peers, parents, and teachers. “If someone is mentally disturbed or going through a tough time, it is our responsibility to ensure they receive the right support and counseling,” he added.
As part of the larger Shaktishree initiative, the department plans to collaborate with educational institutions to create a more emotionally safe and responsive ecosystem for young minds.
The move comes in response to growing concerns about mental health issues among youth and the need for preventive measures to address suicidal tendencies at an early stage.
