Gujarat Deputy CM Praises Diyas Crafted by Patients at Ahmedabad Mental Hospital

The Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat visited the mental health facility in Ahmedabad and commended a group of patients who had handcrafted traditional oil lamps, known as diyas, for the festive season. The initiative, part of the hospital's occupational therapy program, aims to engage patients in creative activities that promote calmness and social interaction.

During the brief interaction, the minister noted that such cultural projects help break the stigma surrounding mental illness and provide patients with a sense of purpose. Hospital officials said the diyas were made using simple materials and were intended to be displayed in the hospital courtyard and donated to local community centers.

The appreciation was shared on social media, where the Dy CM emphasized the importance of integrating art and tradition into mental health care. The hospital plans to continue the activity annually, encouraging more patients to participate in similar crafts.