World Suicide Prevention Day Observed in Garo Hills

Ampati, Sept 10: In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, the District Mental Health Program (DMHP) of South West Garo Hills hosted a special event at Chengkompara Adolescent Health Resource Centre on Tuesday, under the global theme “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”. The event saw active participation from educational institutions, health professionals, and community leaders, aimed at raising awareness on mental health and suicide prevention.

Attendees included teachers and students from several schools, including St. Claret Secondary School, Ampati Government Higher Secondary School, Cool Shadow Secondary School, Chengkom Medic Secondary School, and Mother’s Union Secondary School.

As part of the week-long Suicide Prevention Week, a series of competitions—Extempore Speech, Role Play, Poster Making, and Musical Chairs, were organized for students from various schools in Ampati. Prizes were awarded to the winners during the main event on World Suicide Prevention Day.

Superintendent of Police Vikash Kumar spoke on the growing risks posed by social media and its potential to contribute to mental health issues among the youth. In his keynote address, Dr. A.K. Marak highlighted the urgent need for suicide prevention and the importance of mental health education at the grassroots level.  Additionally, Dr. Denisha Momin addressed the root causes of mental illness and its link to rising suicide rates.

Throughout the week, the DMHP conducted awareness programs in schools and communities, focusing on the prevention of suicide and promoting mental health resources available to the public.

The event was a powerful reminder of the role that community and health programs can play in addressing mental health challenges and promoting suicide prevention.

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