Home > Practice > Current Affairs > June - 2024 > June 01, 2024
1. Which institution has been honored with the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024?
The National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru has been awarded the prestigious Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024 by the World Health Organization (WHO). This recognition highlights NIMHANS' exceptional dedication and contributions to promoting mental health and well-being. Established by WHO in 2019, the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion acknowledges institutions that demonstrate outstanding efforts in advancing health promotion initiatives, reflecting NIMHANS' significant impact in the field of mental health advocacy and promotion.