Third National School Health Conference 2026 - launch of School Counsellors App in Jaipur
Oct 12, 2026
SHARP NGO’s 3rd National School Health Conference 2026 in Jaipur focused on student mental health, nutrition, counselling and holistic wellbeing.
Jaipur, Rajasthan Oct 11, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - SHARP NGO organised the third National School Health Conference 2026, themed "The Kaavad of Health & Wellbeing", at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur, on 9 October. Building on Poshan Panchayat 2022 and School Swasthya Panchayat 2024, the conference brought together over 75 speakers and panelists, including representatives from International organisations, foundations, CSR teams and corporate organisations, alongside government representatives, educators and health professionals. Around 700 delegates participated, with discussions focused on practical approaches to healthier schools and communities.
The event was inaugurated by Ms. A. Dhanalakshmi, Joint Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, and Ms. Rukmani Riar, Commissioner, Tourism, Government of Rajasthan.
Dr. Puran Prakash Sharma, Founder, SHARP NGO, and author of Don't Think About Failures: The Theory of XON, delivered the keynote address. Mr. Naveen Jain, Principal Secretary, General Administration Department, Government of Rajasthan, shared his personal experiences and emphasised the importance of engaging students in school-based awareness campaigns on child safety. Ms. Menaka Sharma, Director, SHARP NGO, represented the organising institution.
Ten thematic panels across two auditoriums explored mental health awareness, early identification and access to support; nutrition; adolescent life skills and menstrual health; safe schools; substance-use prevention; family participation; digital health and responsible AI; environmental health; and inclusive design. Discussions examined how schools, families and public health systems can work together to strengthen children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
A key highlight was SHARP's Kaavad Mental Health Project, which uses Rajasthan's traditional storytelling art to encourage conversations about emotional wellbeing and reduce stigma. The project demonstrated how culturally rooted approaches can make mental health conversations more accessible to children and communities.
Abstract presentations and the School Health Awards complemented the thematic discussions. Students from various schools presented choir performances, while college students performed Kathak, music and a fashion show centred on mental health. The fashion show featured students of ARCH College of Design & Business, Jaipur. These performances used art, music and creative expression to highlight emotional wellbeing, alongside a live musical performance by PMag.
Marking World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2026, Dr. Puran Prakash Sharma launched SHARP's School Counsellors App and portal "schoolmentalhealth.in" as part of the conference's second-day programme. The app aims to support school counsellors in strengthening student mental health and wellbeing.
About SHARP NGO
Established in 1999, SHARP NGO (School Health Annual Report Programme) works across India on school and community health, nutrition, mental wellbeing, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), adolescent development and preventive healthcare, in partnership with schools, government institutions and CSR organisations.
Conference: https://www.schoolhealthsummit.in
SHARP NGO: https://www.schoolindia.org
Media enquiries: [email protected] | +91 11 46023588
Media Contact
School Health Annual Report Programme
Bhumika Sharma
B-6 Ext/21, Safdarjung Enclave
Source :SHARP NGO
This article was originally published by IssueWire. Read the original article here.
More News
More cats abandoned 'due to rising costs'
The shelter has seen a "huge increase" in the number of cats it has taken in, compared to last year.
Who Stands to Gain From an Anthropic I.P.O.
Wall Street banks and chipmakers are among those poised to capitalize on the artificial intelligence giant’s public trading debut.
Why Is Halloween Candy So Expensive?
The average cost of a 100-piece bag has jumped 71 percent in the last five years. Consumers are thinking twice about what they’ll spend.
GM Is Leaving NYSE for the Nasdaq After More Than 100 Years
After more than 100 years on the New York Stock Exchange, the automaker is shifting its listing to the Nasdaq, which is home to many technology companies.
Minimum wage set to rise but 18-20 year-olds will not get bigger increase
Chancellor John Healey will reveal the new pay rates in the Budget, and has also announced measures to help households with the cost of living.
How the beauty industry is boosting High Streets
Marie Camara believes beauty and personal care businesses play a key role in supporting high streets.
China Steps In to Rescue Stocks, But the Market Continues to Fall
The Communist Party uses a “national team” of state-owned investment funds to stem the market rout. But this time, investors are not sure it will work.
Mbappé sorry for 'ill-judged' Mao remark after backlash in China
The France star had referred to the former Chinese leader as a "dictator" during an interview about memes.
California’s Potential Quartz Ban Pushes Contractors and Retailers to Alternatives
Manufacturers and their customers are using materials made without the clouds of dust that have sickened workers in quartz-cutting shops.
My Co-Worker Is Losing It Over My Religion
Plus: Reader responses to a woman returning to the office after two decades of self-employment.
My Co-Worker Is Losing It Over My Religion
Plus: Reader responses to a woman returning to the office after two decades of self-employment.
First-time buyer wary of Budget housing loan scheme
Luke Anstee has been saving for three years but says rising living costs make home ownership harder.
YOUR NEWS, OUR NETWORK.
Do you have Great News you want to tell the world?
Be it updates about your business or your community, you can make sure that it’s heard by submitting your story to our network reaching hundreds of news sites across 6 verticals.