R S PURA, Sep 10: An awareness programme on Mental Well-being and Suicide Prevention was organized by the Student Welfare Committee of GDC RS Pura on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day.
The programme aimed to create awareness among students about the importance of mental health, emotional well-being, early identification of distress, and the importance of seeking timely support.
The programme was held under the guidance and patronage of the Principal Prof. (Dr) Preetpal Kour, whose continued encouragement and support towards student welfare contributed significantly to the successful conduct of the event.
The whole programme was organised by Convener Cultural and Student Welfare Committee Dr. Jasmeet Kour. The programme started with a formal welcome address given by Dr. Renu Sharma.
The event featured an insightful awareness lecture by Dr. Anuj Priyadarshi Sharma MD (Psychiatry), SMVDU Hospital. He spoke about mental well-being, the importance of recognizing signs of suicide, seeking timely professional help, and extending support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
The session emphasized that mental health is an essential part of overall well-being and that open, compassionate conversations can play an important role in suicide prevention.
The programme was also graced by Shagun Manchanda, District Mission Coordinator, Khushboo Kapthe, Gender Specialist, Mission Shakti, Social Welfare Department and Dr. Ravinder Singh Sodhi.
Their presence and support contributed to strengthening the message of awareness, empathy, and community support.
The Principal appreciated the initiative and encouraged students to prioritize their mental well-being and seek help whenever required. The Cultural Committee and Student Welfare Committee played an important role in organizing, coordinating, and ensuring the smooth conduct of the programme.
Students participated as an attentive and engaged audience. They were encouraged to support their peers, avoid judgment, listen with empathy, and seek appropriate professional assistance when facing emotional or mental health difficulties. The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Savleen Kour.