NCERT Organises Two Day Teacher Orientation on Bharatiya Wisdom and Mental Health Practices

The programme was organised under the guidance of Prof. Prabhat K. Mishra, Head, Department of Education in Psychology and Foundations of Education (DEPFE), and Prof. Vinod K. Shanwal, Incharge, Manodarpan Cell.

The orientation focused on strengthening teachers’ understanding and preparedness to facilitate the effective implementation and integration of Bharatiya wisdom traditions and mental well-being practices in schools.

Teachers from PM SHRI Schools Participate

Teachers from PM SHRI Demonstration Multipurpose Schools located in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar and Mysuru participated in the programme.

Teachers from PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Umroi Cantt, Shillong, also participated in the two-day orientation.

The programme brought together teachers from schools in different locations to focus on the integration of Bharatiya wisdom traditions and mental health practices within school education.

Focus on Mental Well-Being and Bharatiya Wisdom

The orientation was designed to strengthen teachers’ understanding of Bharatiya wisdom and traditions and their preparedness to incorporate relevant mental well-being practices in school settings.

The programme focused on supporting teachers in facilitating the effective implementation of these approaches as part of school education.

The initiative was conducted through the Manodarpan Cell, which is associated with NCERT's work related to mental health and well-being in the education environment.

Programme Coordination and Team

The programme was coordinated by Dr. Shalini Dixit, Associate Professor.

She was supported by:

• Dr. Deepa Talreja, Consultant

• Priya K., Junior Project Fellow

• Priya Rathore, Junior Project Fellow

• Anshita, Junior Project Fellow

The programme was conducted under the guidance of the senior officials associated with DEPFE and the Manodarpan Cell.

Key Facts

• Organiser: Manodarpan Cell, NCERT

• Programme: Two-Day Teacher Orientation Programme

• Theme: “Bhartiya Wisdom/Traditions and Mental Health Practices in School Education”

• Dates: September 17-18, 2026

• Guidance: Prof. Prabhat K. Mishra and Prof. Vinod K. Shanwal

• Participating schools: PM SHRI Demonstration Multipurpose Schools at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar and Mysuru, and PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Umroi Cantt, Shillong

• Coordinator: Dr. Shalini Dixit

• Focus: Teacher preparedness, Bharatiya wisdom traditions and mental well-being practices in school education

FAQs

What programme did NCERT organise in September 2026?

The Manodarpan Cell of NCERT organised a two-day Teacher Orientation Programme on “Bhartiya Wisdom/Traditions and Mental Health Practices in School Education.”

When was the teacher orientation programme held?

The programme was held on September 17 and 18, 2026.

Which NCERT unit organised the programme?

The programme was organised by the Manodarpan Cell, NCERT.

What was the focus of the teacher orientation?

The orientation focused on strengthening teachers’ understanding and preparedness to effectively implement and integrate Bharatiya wisdom traditions and mental well-being practices in schools.

Which schools participated in the programme?

Teachers from PM SHRI Demonstration Multipurpose Schools at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar and Mysuru, along with PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Umroi Cantt, Shillong, participated in the programme.

Who coordinated the programme?

The programme was coordinated by Dr. Shalini Dixit, Associate Professor, with support from Dr. Deepa Talreja, Priya K., Priya Rathore and Anshita.

Who guided the programme?

The programme was organised under the guidance of Prof. Prabhat K. Mishra, Head, DEPFE, and Prof. Vinod K. Shanwal, Incharge, Manodarpan Cell.