Supreme Court Mandates Implementation of Mental Health Guidelines for Educational Institutions Across India

Oct 28, 2025 12:51 am CST

The Supreme Court has ordered all states and Union Territories to report on their implementation of guidelines addressing student mental health issues and suicide prevention in educational institutions. The Court established a comprehensive framework including mandatory registration and grievance mechanisms for coaching centers, while emphasizing the need for uniform mental health policies based on initiatives like 'Ummeed' and 'Manodarpan' to combat the rising student suicide crisis in India.