Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a meeting to review the draft National Mental Health and Well-Being Policy for Schools, advocating for a comprehensive and preventive strategy to enhance mental wellness within educational settings. The meeting included officials, committee members, and domain experts, focusing on promoting mental well-being among students, teachers, and the broader school community. Pradhan emphasized the necessity of creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments, fostering a positive school culture that encourages empathy, care, and emotional resilience. He also stressed the importance of integrating mental health into the educational system as a core aspect of quality education. The policy is expected to leverage Indian cultural knowledge and be practically implementable, with teachers serving as the first level of mentorship for students. Officials announced that the ministry plans to release the mental health policy to the public soon, with expectations for its availability in early June, aiming to strengthen mental health support systems in schools, including counseling and early identification of student stress.