Patna HC Stresses Compliance With Mental Healthcare Act as 1.26 Lakh Seek Counselling

Name: Patna HC Stresses Compliance With Mental Healthcare Act as 1.26 Lakh Seek Counselling
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Anshika Mishra

Patna HC Stresses Compliance With Mental Healthcare Act as 1.26 Lakh Seek Counselling - Video

Published On 2026-03-24T18:15:26+05:30 | Updated On 24 March 2026 7:41 PM IST

Overview

Noting that 1,26,000 individuals have sought mental health counselling in recent years, the Patna High Court has called for comprehensive reforms in the state's mental healthcare system, stressing the need for stronger infrastructure, rehabilitation, and strict legal compliance.

According to the news reports, while hearing a suo motu public interest litigation (PIL), a bench led by K Vinod Chandran and Justice Harish Kumar examined the state’s mental healthcare framework, drawing attention to deficiencies in infrastructure and statutory compliance. The proceedings were initiated following an inspection by the Bihar State Legal Services Authority, which highlighted concerns at the Bihar Institute of Mental Health and Allied Sciences.

For more details, check out the full story on the link mentioned below:

1.26 Lakh Seek Counselling: Patna HC pushes for compliance with Mental Healthcare Act 2017

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Anshika Mishra

Anshika Mishra is a dedicated scholar pursuing a Masters in Biotechnology, driven by a profound passion for exploring the intersection of science and healthcare. Having embarked on this academic journey with a passion to make meaningful contributions to the medical field, Anshika joined Medical Dialogues in 2023 to further delve into the realms of healthcare journalism.