AFMS and NIMHANS Forge Partnership for Mental Health

21 Mar 2025 CW Team

A Strategic Collaboration for Mental Well-being The MoU was signed by Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, Director General, AFMS, and Dr Pratima Murthy, Director, NIMHANS, in the presence of senior officials from both institutions.

This partnership will focus on: Strengthening mental health services for the Armed Forces. Specialised training for military medical personnel. Innovative programmes to address the mental health challenges faced by soldiers, sailors, airmen, and their families.

Key Objectives of the MoU Collaborative Research: NIMHANS will assist AFMS in conducting advanced research on mental health conditions affecting military personnel. Faculty Exchange & Training: Specialised training programmes will be designed for defence medical professionals. Psychiatric Care & Support: The focus will be on treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other neuropsychiatric conditions.

Leaders Speak on the Initiative Surg VAdm Arti Sarin: “The mental well-being of our soldiers is as vital as their physical health. This partnership with NIMHANS will ensure they receive the best possible support to overcome the challenges they face in service of the nation.”

Dr Pratima Murthy: “It is an honour to collaborate with the Armed Forces Medical Services. NIMHANS is committed to providing world-class mental health care to those who serve our country, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.”

A Pioneering Step for Military Mental Health This initiative marks a critical step in prioritising mental health awareness within the defence sector and is expected to set a benchmark for similar programmes across India. Both institutions remain committed to delivering comprehensive mental health services that enhance the well-being of Armed Forces personnel and their families.

In a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing mental health support for the nation’s defence personnel, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaborative research and training. A Strategic Collaboration for Mental Well-being The MoU was signed by Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, Director General, AFMS, and Dr Pratima Murthy, Director, NIMHANS, in the presence of senior officials from both institutions. This partnership will focus on: Strengthening mental health services for the Armed Forces. Specialised training for military medical personnel. Innovative programmes to address the mental health challenges faced by soldiers, sailors, airmen, and their families. Key Objectives of the MoU Collaborative Research: NIMHANS will assist AFMS in conducting advanced research on mental health conditions affecting military personnel. Faculty Exchange & Training: Specialised training programmes will be designed for defence medical professionals. Psychiatric Care & Support: The focus will be on treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other neuropsychiatric conditions. Leaders Speak on the Initiative Surg VAdm Arti Sarin: “The mental well-being of our soldiers is as vital as their physical health. This partnership with NIMHANS will ensure they receive the best possible support to overcome the challenges they face in service of the nation.” Dr Pratima Murthy: “It is an honour to collaborate with the Armed Forces Medical Services. NIMHANS is committed to providing world-class mental health care to those who serve our country, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.” A Pioneering Step for Military Mental Health This initiative marks a critical step in prioritising mental health awareness within the defence sector and is expected to set a benchmark for similar programmes across India. Both institutions remain committed to delivering comprehensive mental health services that enhance the well-being of Armed Forces personnel and their families.

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