
Mental wellness: NIMHANS to be nodal body for BRICS Centres of Excellence
The New Delhi Declaration at the 18th BRICS Summit named Bengaluru’s NIMHANS as the coordinating centre for a new network of mental health training hubs and Centres of Excellence across BRICS nations. The agreement also outlines joint governance, primary‑care integration and support for vulnerable groups, alongside broader health‑lifestyle initiatives.
The Indian Express National
12 Sept 2026
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