Archive · 22 Sep 2026
Madhya Pradesh Schools Launch Umang Diwas for Student Well-Being
Umang Diwas is a special school programme in Madhya Pradesh.
It will take place in thousands of government schools during 2026.
About 2.2 million students are expected to join.
Students will learn ways to handle problems and understand their feelings.
They will also learn about mental health and where to seek help.
The programme teaches respect and fairness between boys and girls.
Female students will be introduced to practical self-defence skills.
Schools will also include activities for children with special needs.
The goal is to make schools places where students feel safe, supported and able to speak freely.
Umang Diwas 2026 will be held simultaneously in 9,339 government high and higher secondary schools across Madhya Pradesh.
About 2.2 million students will participate in activities focused on life skills, mental health, gender equality and well-being.
The Umang Triveni framework covers life skills and mental health, gender equality, and female students’ self-defence.
A special guide for Children with Special Needs will support inclusion, with 110 master trainers training 9,449 teachers.
Each school will conduct a 150-minute programme featuring an anthem, confidential question box, empowerment stations and a Rang-e-Umang wall.
- Who
- The Madhya Pradesh School Education Department and the United Nations Population Fund are organising the programme for students in government high and higher secondary schools.
- What
- Umang Diwas 2026 is a school programme covering life skills, mental health, gender equality, self-defence and student well-being.
- When
- The programme is scheduled for 2026; the articles do not provide a specific date.
- Where
- It will be conducted simultaneously in 9,339 government high and higher secondary schools across Madhya Pradesh.
- Why
- The programme aims to help students handle challenges, understand emotions, build confidence, respect others and access support or counselling.
- Theme
- “Umang Hai Toh Zindagi Mein Rang Hai”
- Participating schools
- 9,339 government high and higher secondary schools
- Expected participants
- Approximately 2.2 million students
- Programme framework
- Umang Triveni: life skills, equality and self-defence
- Teacher training
- 110 master trainers will train 9,449 teachers
- School activity duration
- 150 minutes
- Mental-health support
- Students will receive information about support, counselling services and the 14425 helpline