MTU hosts mental health programme
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, May 28 2025: A highly engaging and insightful Mental Health Programme was held today at the New Academic Block, Manipur Technical University on the theme, "Where Will I Be After Five Years" .

The programme was organised by the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Manipur Technical University, and the Indian Association of Private Psychiatry (College Mental Health Sub-Committee) .

As per a release issued by MTU, the programme began with a welcome address by Dr Ningombam Sanatombi Devi, Assistant Professor and Head of the Department.

Ramananda Nongmeikapam, Registrar of MTU, delivered the inaugural speech, emphasizing the relevance of self-reflection and mental well-being in a student's academic journey and future aspirations.

The core of the programme was an engaging session conducted by Prof RK Lenin Singh from the Department of Psychiatry, RIMS Imphal.

Attended by around 200 participants, the session featured a live mental health quiz consisting of 30 questions that covered vital topics such as depression, drug addiction, emotional intelligence versus IQ, homosexuality and more.

Prof RK Lenin encouraged participation from students, faculty, and staff, and addressed each question with insightful explanations aimed at dispelling common myths.

The interactive nature of the session created an open and educational environment.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr L Iboyaima Singh, Assistant Professor.

Manipur Technical University reiterated its commitment to fostering holistic student development and promoting mental health awareness through continued collaboration and inclusive academic programming.

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