{"id":159097,"date":"2025-02-05T13:45:39","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T08:15:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=159097"},"modified":"2025-02-04T23:30:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T18:00:58","slug":"list-of-government-organisations-that-provide-students-counselling-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/government\/list-of-government-organisations-that-provide-students-counselling-in-india","title":{"rendered":"List Of Government Organisations That Provide Students&#8217; Counselling In India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Over the years, rising mental health issues and emotional wellness among students\u2002in India have become a growing concern. That, together with the academic pressures, social media influences, family expectations, and competitive environment, made students\u2002more susceptible to mental health problems. In this regard, various organisations run by the Government of India are working to provide professional counselling and guidance to\u2002students at different levels. These settings hope to establish a system that allows students\u2002to talk about their emotional difficulties, academic stressors, and overall well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Mentioned-below are the government organisations to consider for students&#8217; counselling in India:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Manodarpan Initiative by Ministry of Education<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Manodarpan, an initiative of the Ministry of Education, was released in July 2020 in response to the\u2002pressing need for mental health services for the <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">country&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> students. Although the program began as part of the COVID-19 pandemic response, it\u2002has continued to offer mental health services after the pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Manodarpan provides online counselling services, tele-counselling,\u2002and other forms of psychological maintenance for students, especially in times of crisis. The initiative promotes the participation of teachers, school authorities, and parents in\u2002the mental health awareness campaign. It\u2002will also include a wide range of resources such as webinars, self-help material, and training programs to equip educators and students to identify and aid mental health concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Manodarpan is not only about direct counselling but also includes awareness and de-stigmatisation of mental health\u2002issues, encouraging the students to reach out for help when needed. This initiative is\u2002among <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> most extensive government-supported student mental health services.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">National Council\u2002of Educational Research and Training (NCERT<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Having recognised that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) holds a significant influence over the strategies and\u2002implementation of educational practices in India, the need for discipleship in mental health became the call of the hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">NCERT, through the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), also organises training programmes for <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">teachers&#8217;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> professional development, enabling\u2002them to identify the mental health challenges faced by students and facilitate their seeking appropriate interventions. NCERT also organises workshops, seminars, and\u2002awareness programs in schools that promote emotional and mental well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Furthermore, the organisation has developed various materials and resources that educators can use to incorporate mental health education into their teaching practices, ensuring that\u2002mental health is not neglected in any Indian classroom. The division between NCERT and schools throughout the nation has really helped students become more cognizant of\u2002their psychological health requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Even the CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education), an umbrella education system for many schools in India, has been focusing on <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">students&#8217;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> mental health and well-being as the top priority. Realising that mental health plays a vital role in defining academic success and a <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">child&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> overall well-being, CBSE has included several counselling programmes in its <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">schools\u2019<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To address the above issue, CBSE has introduced the School Counselling and Guidance Manual, which facilitates the setting up <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">of<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> counselling centres. Individual counselling and career guidance are some of the services that these centres\u2002provide. Apart from this, CBSE also conducts training for school counsellors so that they can address the different\u2002mental health issues faced by students, such as stress, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">National Commission for\u2002Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">) is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a very important<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> body governed by the government to protect every <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">child&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> rights and well-being in the country. NCPCR has also taken several steps under its mandate in this direction to\u2002realise the rights of Children and students to access mental health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The NCPCR has a\u2002critical role to play in monitoring child mental health within education systems. To combat these issues, the Commission collaborates with various partners, from schools and government agencies to child\u2002welfare organisations, to ensure <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">students\u2019<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> rights to emotional well-being are honoured.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All-India Institute of Medical\u2002Sciences (AIIMS)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The All India Institute of Medical\u2002Sciences (AIIMS<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">) is one of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> premier centres for medical research, education, clinical care, and, importantly, research in mental health and treatment. AIIMS also has its own psychiatrist department that\u2002deals with counselling and therapy for students facing mental health challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">AIIMS also runs mental health awareness programs for college campuses and\u2002students of institutes of higher education. The <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">institute\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> mental health professionals work with universities\u2002and other educational institutions to provide counselling services, mental health screenings and crisis management.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">State Governments and Local Actions<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apart from the national schemes, many state governments have also\u2002launched counselling and mental health programs for students. These are tailored programs that cater\u2002to the needs of students specific to those regions. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Madhya Pradesh:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Students\u2002in government schools will now have counselling sessions. This programme trains teachers to be mental health first responders and gives schools access to professional counsellors who visit schools\u2002to conduct counselling sessions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tamil Nadu:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Tamil Nadu has been running an\u2002extensive mental health support program for students through its Department of Education, which entails establishing counselling centres in schools and holding workshops for teachers to identify mental health issues in students.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kerala:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Known for its progressive approach to matters such\u2002as mental health, Kerala has built a system in which school counsellors are trained and are part of the same schools to ensure that students\u2002get continuity in their mental health care.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Uttar Pradesh:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Initiatives for school counselling: Psychological counselling related to students from marginalised communities,\u2002free counselling in schools to various issues like stress, anxiety, and academic pressure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">University Grants Commission\u2002(UGC)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The UGC (University Grants Commission) is essential for the mental\u2002health of higher education students. It directs universities to set up\u2002mental health counselling centres for distressed students. The centres are meant to assist students with academic pressure, career concerns\u2002, and other emotional challenges they might face on campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In addition, the UGC frequently hosts seminars and workshops regarding student well-being and recommends that universities prepare their employees\u2002to recognise signs of mental health disorders. Various universities that the UGC will supervise can now offer counselling and peer-support applications to promote a friendly\u2002and strong environment for students.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Students in India have been experiencing mental health issues at\u2002an alarming rate owing to mounting pressures of academics, social challenges and personal growth. To overcome these issues,\u2002many government organisations have initiated programs that aim to facilitate students nationwide through counselling, guidance, and psychological support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Suppose the new method is successful and can <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">be expanded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to\u2002more schools through cooperation between governmental and non-governmental agencies. In that case, more high schools can help their students receive aid.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the years, rising mental health issues and emotional wellness among students\u2002in India have become a growing concern. That, together with the academic pressures, social media influences, family expectations, and competitive environment, made students\u2002more susceptible to mental health problems. 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