Mental Health

Transformative change

Mental health is fast emerging as a worldwide challenge, and the ambit of the crisis extends beyond existing medical science. We need accelerated scientific advancements, active policy measures, and intentional resources to tackle this crisis. Work in this area supports organisations facilitating research to advance the human understanding of severe mental health conditions. Additionally, in order to expand the number of people receiving mental health care, small grants are made to organisations providing direct therapy and relief.

 

OPPORTUNITIES

Mental health plays a central role in how people relate to life. Good mental health has a direct impact on people’s ability to make decisions, maintain or improve their quality of life, and subsequently create a healthier society.

Access to treatment, prevention, diagnosis, and recovery is important. Just as it is vital to reduce stigma around mental health and actively promote mental health treatment. A convergence of medical practices and deep tech interventions could build a strong foundation upon which mental health can be effectively managed and treated.

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Resources in this field

October 10, 2026
Article

ET | Be mindful, listen, empathise: Is modern life killing our mental health? New findings reveal alarming truths about social isolation

Synopsis: World Mental Health Day highlights the significance of listening to people with lived experiences of mental health conditions. These experiences can help shape mental health services and combat stigma.[...]

April 5, 2026
Article

ET | Time to Unlock Silver Abundance

Synopsis: India is still seen as a young country, but its demographic advantage is nearing an end, with the share of working-age population set to decline after 2030 and the[...]

November 20, 2025
Article

The Indian Express | We Need a Mental Health Movement Rooted in Community

When we help others, we help ourselves. It is a win-win described for samaaj by good science Just five minutes a day of contemplative practices to improve mindfulness, connection, insight[...]