12/09/2026
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) observed World Su***de Prevention Day through a series of awareness and interactive programmes organised by the Department of Psychiatry, Department of Physiology, College of Nursing and National Service Scheme (NSS), focusing on su***de prevention, mental well-being, stress management and the importance of timely support.
The Department of Psychiatry, J.N. Medical College, in collaboration with the Department of Physiology, organised an awareness programme. Dr Anwar Hasan Siddique, Department of Physiology, delivered the inaugural address and stressed the need to reduce stigma around mental health concerns and encourage timely help-seeking.
Dr Mohammed Reyazuddin, Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, spoke on gatekeeper training and highlighted the role of teachers, students, wardens, healthcare professionals and other members of the University community in recognising warning signs, initiating supportive conversations and facilitating timely professional help. Dr Ahmad Faraz, Department of Physiology, proposed the vote of thanks. Students, teachers, wardens, Provosts and the Dean of Students’ Welfare attended the programme.
The College of Nursing organised a Nukkad Natak (street play), “Ek Baat Sun Lo”, at the OPD Main Hall. Organised by Ms. Pamela Joseph, College of Nursing, with Tutors Deepti and Reshma, the play was performed by fifth-semester nursing students around the global theme “Changing the Narrative on Su***de”. Through messages such as “Zindagi anmol hai” and “Chup nahi rahenge, baat karenge”, the students highlighted empathy, open dialogue and timely professional support.
Prof. Deoshree Akhouri and Dr Jitendra from the Department of Psychiatry stressed the importance of replacing judgment with compassion and silence with conversation. The programme was conducted under the guidance of the Principal, College of Nursing, Prof Farah Azmi. Kashish Mittal, B.Sc. Nursing fifth-semester student, proposed the vote of thanks.
The NSS Unit at AMU also organised an interactive session focusing on stress and anxiety management and ways in which members of society can support people in need. Dr Mohd Mohsin Khan, Coo