Union Budget 2022 and Special Focus on Mental Health Care in India: A Dream or Reality

Authors

  • Chittaranjan Subudhi Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, India
  • Kamlesh Kumar Sahu Associate Professor & I/C PSW, Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29120/ijpsw.2022.v13.i1.465

Abstract

The Union Budget of India plays a crucial role in determining the nation's fiscal policies and priorities for the year ahead. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of mental health care in India, given the rising prevalence of mental health disorders and the associated social and economic burdens. In the Union Budget of 2022, there was a significant emphasis on addressing mental health issues and improving mental health care services across the country.

Keywords: Union budget, mental health, India

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Published

18-08-2022

How to Cite

Subudhi, C., & Sahu, K. K. (2022). Union Budget 2022 and Special Focus on Mental Health Care in India: A Dream or Reality. Indian Journal of Psychiatric Social Work, 13(1), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.29120/ijpsw.2022.v13.i1.465

Issue

Vol 13 No 1 January, 2022

Section

Editorial