New Delhi, Oct. 19 -- Mental health is one of healthcare's fastest-growing concerns, underscoring the urgent need for effective, sustained action. Conditions such as anxiety and stress disorders, insomnia, substance use disorders, and depression require focused attention and systemic solutions that address their underlying causes. Although public awareness and acceptance of these issues are gradually increasing, healthcare institutions must strengthen their preparedness to meet the growing need for accessible, timely, and comprehensive mental healthcare.

The scale of the problem

The National Mental Health Survey (2015-16), conducted by NIMHANS, found that about 10.6% of Indian adults, roughly 11 in 100, were living with a diagnosable me...