High Court judges visit mental health centre in Kozhikode
Kerala High Court judges inspected the Government Mental Health Centre in Kozhikode to assess facility conditions and staffing shortages. This visit is part of a broader series of inspections across state mental health institutions.
Why it matters
Judicial oversight of mental health facilities is critical for ensuring the protection of patient rights and adequate healthcare standards.
Justice Devan Ramachandran and Justice Basant Balaji of the Kerala High Court on Sunday (August 16, 2026) inspected the Government Mental Health Centre, Kuthiravattom, Kozhikode.
According to sources, they are reported to have inspected the basic facilities at the hospital, issues related to the rights of the inmates and the staff, and the perceived shortage of doctors and other staff. They were accompanied by amicus curiae Ramkumar Nambiar.
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