DMHP Kohima observes Suicide Prevention Week 2026 conducting mental health awareness programmes across schools.
DIMAPUR — The District Mental Health Programme (DHMP), under the Naga Hospital Authority Kohima, observed Suicide Prevention Week 2026 from September 11 to the 16th to promote mental health awareness and strengthen community-based suicide prevention initiatives.
During the week-long observance, the DMHP team conducted awareness and sensitisation programmes across various educational institutions and coaching centres, reaching students and young people at Government High School New Market, Little Flower Higher Secondary School, Mavericks Academy, and NPSC Mentors in Kohima.
According to an update. the programmes focused on the theme "Changing the narrative on suicide", with discussions aimed at addressing myths and misconceptions, reducing stigma surrounding suicide and mental health, and promoting a culture of understanding, support, and timely help-seeking.
As part of public outreach efforts, the team utilised the platforms of Akashvani Kohima and Doordarshan Nagaland to sensitise the wider population on suicide prevention and the mental health services available across the state.
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