Mental Healthcare Act rules: High court sets 15-day deadline for Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, flags years of delay
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a 15-day deadline for Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh to implement Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 rules. The court criticized years-long delays in framing regulations. Punjab must notify approved rules within 15 days; Haryana similarly ordered. Chandigarh awaits central approval. The court also examined rehabilitation infrastructure compliance for mentally ill persons.
Key Entities
Punjab and Haryana High CourtMental Healthcare Act 2017PunjabHaryanaChandigarhChief Justice Sheel NaguPushpanjali Trust