Indian Psychiatric Society urges mental health policy revamp in Kerala
The Kerala branch of the Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) urged the state government to appoint psychiatrists as heads of mental health centres and to reform the state's mental health policy. During a meeting with Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, the IPS proposed replacing the 2013 policy with one aligned to the Mental Healthcare Act of 2017, emphasizing the need for research-driven assessments and improved service delivery. The Chief Minister assured the delegation that the recommendations would be reviewed to enhance mental healthcare in Kerala.