India, Oct. 13 -- The Supreme Court-appointed National Task Force (NTF) on student mental health and suicide prevention in higher education institutes (HEIs) is weighing specific safeguards for those from marginalised communities and those with disabilities, along with broader support measures, HT has learnt.

The 18-member body, which submitted its interim report to the top court in November 2025 and made it public in June 2026, is currently writing its final report and aims to submit it by October 31, the original deadline.

"In the final report, the recommendations will include general measures for student well-being as well as specific safeguards for students hailing from marginalised communities of Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tri...