Siliguri, Nov. 7 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday emphasised the importance of mental health among soldiers, urging them not to bottle up stress, homesickness or work pressure and instead speak openly with their colleagues.

Addressing troops during a 'Bada Khana' celebration on the occasion of Diwali at the Headquarters of Trishakti Corps in Sukna, Singh said mental well-being was equally important for personnel serving away from their families.

"It is very important for you to take care of your mental health as well. We all sometimes feel stressed, sometimes miss home, and sometimes face work pressure. All of this is normal. But do not bottle it up inside. Talk openly with your colleagues. We are all each other's support s...