Comparative Study of Mental Health Policies in the Public vs Private Sector

Author(s)	Mr. Vansh Pandey
Country	India
Abstract	Mental health disorders pose a significant public health challenge globally and in India, where over 212 million individuals were living with mental health conditions in 2023. This paper presents a comparative analysis of mental health policies in India’s public and private sectors, examining their governance structures, implementation strategies, and institutional effectiveness. The public framework—shaped by the National Mental Health Programme (1982), the National Mental Health Policy (2014), and the Mental Healthcare Act (2017)—reflects a rights-based, equity-driven approach aimed at universal access. However, implementation gaps, workforce shortages, and resource constraints continue to limit its impact. In contrast, the private sector has adopted agile, workplace-centered mental health initiatives, including Employee Assistance Programmes and corporate wellness strategies that integrate mental well-being with productivity goals. The study argues that strengthening public–private collaboration is essential to reducing the treatment gap and ensuring equitable, accessible, and sustainable mental healthcare delivery in India.
Keywords	Mental Health, Public vs Private Sector, Public Policy, Healthcare, Public Administration
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-02-28

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