India, Feb. 1 -- Among the key reforms introduced in Budget 2026, union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated the government will be working to launch another site for the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences in North India.

This move, as per Sitharaman, comes due to the lack of mental health institutions in North India. Follow LIVE updates here

In the Economic Survey 2026, which was presented earlier this week, mental health was flagged as a major issue, imposing a direct challenge on India's public health.

The Economic Survey also noted a high prevalence of social media addiction among the age group of 15-24 year old.

Citing multiple studies, the survey noted a rise in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem ...