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Gujarat Health Minister Urges Greater Focus on Mental Health Amid Modern Lifestyle Pressures
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🗓 23 Aug 2026, 11:36 AM
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The Gujarat health minister emphasized that mental health needs urgent attention as contemporary lifestyle pressures rise, calling for stronger public focus and resources.
Gujarat's health minister highlighted the growing concern over mental health, noting that the fast‑paced, technology‑driven lifestyle of today is increasing stress and anxiety among citizens. He stressed that mental well‑being should be treated with the same priority as physical health and urged state agencies to expand outreach and counseling services.
The minister called on healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community groups to collaborate in creating awareness campaigns that address stigma and promote early intervention. He also suggested integrating mental health screening into routine medical check‑ups to identify issues before they worsen.
While no specific budget figures were disclosed, the statement signals a shift toward more proactive policies aimed at strengthening mental health infrastructure across Gujarat.
The minister called on healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community groups to collaborate in creating awareness campaigns that address stigma and promote early intervention. He also suggested integrating mental health screening into routine medical check‑ups to identify issues before they worsen.
While no specific budget figures were disclosed, the statement signals a shift toward more proactive policies aimed at strengthening mental health infrastructure across Gujarat.