Bahirji Smarak Mahavidyalay

Mental Health Club

The Mental Health Club of Bahirji Smarak Mahavidyalaya, Basmathnagar is established with the objective of promoting psychological well-being, emotional resilience, and a supportive campus environment. The club works towards creating awareness about mental health issues, reducing stigma, and providing guidance to students for managing academic and personal stress.

Objectives

To promote awareness about mental health and emotional well-being
To help students cope with academic stress and anxiety
To develop life skills and positive mental health practices
To create a safe, inclusive, and supportive college environment
To promote mental health awareness among students and staff
To reduce stress, anxiety, and academic pressure
To develop emotional resilience and life skills
To create a supportive, inclusive, and stigma-free campus environment

Committee

Sr. No.	Name	Designation
1	Dr R G Kumawat	Chairperson
2	Dr B K Bongane	Member
3	Mr N K Akmar	Member
4	Dr S S Gawande	Member
5	Dr S V Patil	Member
6	Mr Ritesh Bagal	Student Representative

Major Activities

Mental health awareness programmes and expert lectures
Counselling and guidance sessions for students
Stress management, time management, and exam anxiety workshops
Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness sessions
Life skills development programmes
Peer support and group interaction activities
Celebration of World Mental Health Day
Creative therapies such as art, music, and expressive writing

Target Group

Undergraduate and postgraduate students
Teaching and non-teaching staff

Expected Outcomes

Improved emotional well-being and mental resilience among students
Reduction in stress and anxiety levels
Enhanced self-confidence, motivation, and academic performance
Development of a positive and healthy campus culture
Increased awareness and sensitivity towards mental health issues
Improved stress management and coping skills among students
Development of positive attitude, emotional balance, and self-confidence
Establishment of a mentally healthy and supportive campus

Implementation Strategy

Activities will be conducted in collaboration with IQAC, NSS, and other Department
Qualified counsellors, psychologists, and resource persons will be invited
Participation of students will be encouraged through interactive and experiential methods
Proper documentation including attendance, photographs, and reports will be maintained

Conclusion

The Mental Health Club of Bahirji Smarak Mahavidyalaya, Basmathnagar plays a vital role in nurturing students’ mental well-being and holistic development. Through systematic activities and awareness programmes, the club contributes effectively to the institution’s commitment to quality education and student welfare.

Annual Action Plan For Academic Year: 2025–2026

Sr. No.	Month / Period	Activity	Objective	Target Group
1	June	Orientation Programme on Mental Health Club	To introduce club objectives and activities	First-year students
2	July	Lecture on Mental Health Awareness & Emotional Well-being	To create awareness and reduce stigma	All students
3	August	Stress Management & Time Management Workshop	To manage academic stress effectively	UG & PG students
4	September	Yoga & Meditation Sessions	To promote mindfulness and relaxation	Students & staff
5	October	Celebration of World Mental Health Day (10 Oct)	To highlight importance of mental health	Students & staff
6	November	Life Skills Development Programme	To enhance self-confidence and emotional intelligence	Students
7	December	Expert Talk on Adolescent & Youth Mental Health	To address age-specific mental health issues	College students
8	January	Peer Support & Group Interaction Session	To encourage open discussion and peer bonding	Students
9	February	Counselling & Guidance Programme	To support academic and personal issues	Students
10	March	Exam Stress Management & Relaxation Techniques	To reduce exam-related anxiety	Students
11	April	Review Meeting & Feedback	To evaluate effectiveness	Club
12	May	Collection	Activities	Members