ITANAGAR, Dec 27: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Friday urged the people to build a society where compassion is the norm, and mental health care is not a privilege but a right.
Handing over a cheque of Rs 30 lakh to the owner of Deepak Nabam Living Home, a destitute shelter, at Raj Bhawan here, the governor said that mentally ill individuals can recover, grow, and even thrive with the right care and opportunities.
The cheque is a grant in aid under the Mukhya Mantri Manasik Swasthya Yojana Society of the state government.
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Parnaik urged everyone to work together to break the stigma, offer support and ensure inclusion for those facing mental health challenges.
“People should build a society where compassion is the norm, and mental health care is not a privilege but a right,” he said.
The governor highlighted that mental health frequently remains an overlooked aspect of well-being, burdened by stigma and misconceptions, a Raj Bhawan communiqué said.
“This neglect causes hardship not only for individuals but also for their families, communities, and society as a whole,” he said.
The governor emphasised the need for fostering an environment that promotes mental wellness.
It is not solely the task of government or organisations but a shared obligation, he added. (PTI)
