New Delhi: Delhi schools will now give special attention to children’s mental and emotional health along with their studies. The Delhi government is preparing to implement a comprehensive mental health and well-being policy to strengthen students’ mental health. Education Minister Ashish Sood reviewed the proposed policy on Wednesday. It will be formally launched on 19 November 2026.
Under this policy, responsibility for students’ safety and mental well-being will not remain limited to teachers alone; the entire school environment will be included. A provision has also been proposed for psychological assessment of teachers, non-teaching staff and transport-related personnel who remain in contact with children. This will include school bus drivers and other transport staff.
The government has also prepared special booklets for teachers and staff. These will include structured questions, practical exercises and activities so that they can understand children’s emotional needs and interact with them sensitively.
The proposed policy will cover CM Shri schools, government, government-aided and private schools, as well as higher education institutions. Children with special needs will also be included. In addition, there is a plan to provide mental health support to young people up to the age of 25 who are outside the formal education system.
The Education Minister said education should not be limited to textbooks and examination results. Every child should get an environment where they can openly express their emotions and seek help without hesitation. The government’s aim is to remove social hesitation linked to mental health and identify children’s problems in time.
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