University Grants Commission of India (UGC) asks University Vice-Chancellors and College Principals to look after the Mental Health and Psycho-Social Concerns of the Student Community in the wake of the COVID-19.

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April 6, 2020

University Grants Commission of India (UGC) asks University Vice-Chancellors and College Principals to look after the Mental Health and Psycho-Social Concerns of the Student Community in the wake of the COVID-19.

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New Delhi, April 6, 2020 — In a letter to the university vice-chancellors and college principals issued today, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked them to take the following measures for the mental health, psycho-social aspects and well-being of the students during and after COVID-19.

Reassure the student community to avoid any stress or panic in the prevailing situation.
Set up University / College Helplines, which are regularly monitored and managed by Counsellors, for the mental health, psycho-social concerns, and well-being of the students.
Reach students through telephones, e-mails, digital, and social media platforms and mentor them to stay relaxed and stress-free.
Organize COVID-19 help groups of students, headed by hostel wardens / senior faculty, and ask students to identify friends/classmates in need of immediate help.
Share video links of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare with students via e-mail and social media like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter.

• Psycho-Social Toll-Free Helpline for Behavioural Health of Students — 0804611007.

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