Bengaluru: President Droupadi Murmu is set to visit Karnataka on Friday to participate in the golden jubilee celebrations of the prestigious National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru. The event marks five decades of NIMHANS’ contributions to mental health and neuroscience research in India.
Along with the President, several dignitaries will be present at the occasion, including Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J P Nadda, and the State Minister for Medical Education Sharanaprakash R Patil. The event is expected to highlight the significant advancements in mental health care and the role of NIMHANS in shaping India’s healthcare landscape.
President Murmu’s visit underscores the importance of mental health awareness and the government’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services in the country. The golden jubilee celebration will also feature discussions on future goals for NIMHANS and the mental health sector at large.
The presence of such esteemed leaders emphasizes the collaborative efforts needed to tackle mental health issues and promote well-being across the nation.
