An awareness programme on mental health under the SBI Sanjeevani Clinic on Wheels, supported by SBI Foundation, was held at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), Pungro Centre, Type 1, Pungro Town.

The programme was chaired by the Staff Nurse. In the welcome note, T Kirithong Sangtam, Secretary of the implementing agency, expressed gratitude to the Nature SBI Foundation team for organizing the awareness programme and medical camp.

He stated that such initiatives are very important, especially as seasonal illnesses are common among students. He appreciated the team’s continuous efforts in visiting villages and encouraged them to keep inspiring and helping the people of Kiphire.

A special presentation was performed by the KGBV students.

During the session on mental health, Medical Officer from Nature SBIF Kiphire explained that health is not just the absence of disease, but a complete state of physical, mental, and social well-being. He highlighted that among young people, poor mental health is one of the leading causes of death. He stressed that life consists of three important aspects physical health, social health, and mental health and emphasized that mental health is very important for overall well-being.

In the closing remark,  Longtili C, Project Lead of Nature SBIF Nagaland, thanked the staff and students for their participation.

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He shared that this programme marked the 11th awareness programme conducted by the team since the beginning of the project.

He also mentioned that the team has carried out four sanitation drives and three specialist health camps in Kiphire.

Sangtam added that despite challenges in remote areas, the team remains committed to reaching the last mile and working for better health services in the district.

The programme ended on a positive note with encouragement for continued awareness and community health efforts.