Principal's Conclave - 2026
The
School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow successfully organized the Principals’
Conclave–2026 on the theme “Mental Health and Well-being of Students and
Educators: Creating a Supportive Ecosystem.”
The
event witnessed an overwhelming participation of more than 200 Principals
from Lucknow and adjoining districts, reflecting the collective commitment
of educational institutions toward addressing mental health issues in the
education sector.
Dr.
Rajeshwar Singh, MLA, Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow,
graced the occasion as the Session Chair and Keynote Speaker. In his
address, he emphasized that mental health is equally important as physical
health and has become one of the most pressing challenges of modern
society. He highlighted that academic pressure, digital exposure, and social
expectations are increasingly impacting the mental well-being of students and
educators alike.
The
Chief Guest, Shri Jai Shankar Mishra, IAS (Retd.), Chancellor of Sushant
University, Gurugram, expressed deep concern over the rapid rise in
mental health challenges among students.
The
Guest of Honour, Dr. Dharmendra Singh, Director (Orthopedics), Medanta
Hospital, Lucknow, addressed the gathering and highlighted the significance
of holistic health among learners.
Shri
Sharad Singh, Secretary & CEO, SMS Lucknow, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to creating a
supportive and stress-free academic environment. He shared that SMS Lucknow
continuously organizes workshops, seminars, interactive sessions, counseling
programs, and competitions aimed at reducing academic and teaching-related
stress. These initiatives are designed to help students and educators maintain
emotional balance, develop positive mindsets, and foster a culture of empathy
and mutual support within the campus.
The Principals’ Conclave–2026 proved to be a meaningful and impactful initiative, reinforcing the importance of collective action in creating a healthy, supportive, and inclusive educational ecosystem for future generations.
