Thousands of people with mental health conditions are deprived of their human rights. And the theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day on October 10 is “Dignity in mental health.” People with mental health issues are not only discriminated against and marginalised, but are also subject to emotional and physical abuse in both mental health facilities and the community. Poor quality care due to a lack of qualified health professionals and dilapidated facilities leads to further violations. Actress Deepika Padukone, having battled depression, is to launch her foundation dedicated to mental health on the same day.

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