DIET Leh Concludes Four-Day School Health and Wellness Ambassador Training Programme; Focus on Strengthening Health and Well-being of students in Schools
13th November 2026,Leh: The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, successfully concluded a four-day capacity-building programme for 115 School Health and Wellness Ambassadors from different educational zones of Leh district, with a renewed commitment to strengthening the implementation of the School Health and Wellness Programme (SHWP) in schools.
The concluding ceremony was graced by Dr. Rinchen Chosdol, Chief Medical Officer, Leh, as the Chief Guest, in the presence of Shri Sonam Dorje Namgyal, Principal, DIET Leh; Dr. Rinchen Angmo, District Immunization Officer and Nodal Officer, School Health and Wellness Programme, HOD DIET Leh , Smt. Tsering Yangdol ,Ms. Deachen Dolkar District Program Officer NRHM and Zonal Counsellors and DO of medical Department from different zones.
The four-day training programme was organised by DIET Leh in collaboration with the Health Department under the Ayushman Bharat – School Health and Wellness Programme, a joint initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The programme aims to promote holistic health, physical and emotional well-being, healthy lifestyles and positive behavioural practices among school-going children through structured, activity-based health education.
During the four-day workshop, participating 115 School Health and Wellness Ambassadors explored the programme’s framework, implementation guidelines and all 11 thematic modules prescribed under the national curriculum. The sessions provided comprehensive exposure to the importance of integrating health education into everyday school practices and empowering teachers to act as facilitators of health awareness and well-being.
The thematic sessions covered a wide range of critical areas, including Growing Up Healthy; Emotional Well-being and Mental Health; Interpersonal Relationships; Prevention and Management of Substance Misuse; Safety and Security against Violence and Injuries; Reproductive Health and HIV Prevention; Gender Equality; Nutrition, Health and Sanitation; Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles; and Safe Use of Internet, Gadgets and Social Media, along with the foundational introduction and implementation framework of the programme.
The sessions were facilitated by a multidisciplinary team of experts from the Health Department and allied institutions, including Dr. Rinchen Angmo, District Immunization Officer and Nodal Officer, SHWP; Dr. Zahid Paediatrician SNM Leh Dr. Sajad, Clinical Psychologist, Tele-MANAS;; Dr. Tashi Tundup, Consultant Psychiatrist, SNM Hospital, Leh; Dr. Shaheeena Parveen Senior consultantPsychiatrist, Tele-Manas Dr. Kunzes Angmo, Gynaecologist PHC Chuchot Dr. Disket Dolkar Gynaecologist;,Mr. Amir, Social Protection Officer, IEC, District Child Protection Unit; Mr. Ninchet, CounsellorNubra ; Ms. Dechen Dolkar, Clinical Psychologist, Tele-MANAS ,Ms. Rigzin Yangdol, State Consultant, Social Department; Ms. Tsering Angmo, Lecturer, DIET Leh;
The fourth day of the training, conducted with the support of the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP), particularly focused on tobacco prevention, awareness and the implementation and enforcement of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA). The session sensitised participants to the harmful consequences of tobacco consumption, the importance of tobacco-free educational institutions and the role of schools in creating awareness and ensuring compliance with tobacco-control provisions and the session was facilitated and led by Dr. Jamyang, NTCP Consultant; and Mr. Ravinder Kumar, Nodal Officer, National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP), Himachal Pradesh
Addressing the gathering, Shri Sonam Dorje Namgyal, Principal, DIET Leh, shared his valuable perspectives on the significance of health and wellness education as an integral component of holistic learning. He emphasised that schools must go beyond academic instruction and create environments where children’s physical, emotional, social and psychological well-being receive equal attention. He also encouraged the participating ambassadors to translate the knowledge gained during the training into meaningful practices in their respective schools.
Dr. Rinchen Chosdol Chief Medical Officer, Leh, in her address, highlighted the importance of health promotion and preventive healthcare in shaping a healthier generation. She underscored the need for close coordination between the Education and Health Departments and encouraged teachers to become active advocates of healthy behaviours, early awareness and well-being among children.
Dr. Rinchen Angmo, District Immunization Officer and Nodal Officer of the School Health and Wellness Programme, also highlighted the relevance of the programme’s 11 thematic modules and the pivotal role of trained ambassadors in ensuring their effective implementation at the school level. She stressed that consistent engagement, awareness and collaboration are essential to creating a lasting culture of health and wellness in educational institutions.
The four-day programme concluded with the distribution of certificates to the participating School Health and Wellness Ambassadors, acknowledging their participation and commitment towards promoting health education and well-being in their respective schools.
Ms. Tsering Yangdol, HOD, DIET Leh, delivered the formal vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the Chief Guest, Chief Medical Officer Leh, Dr. Rinchen Chosdol , Principal DIET Leh, the resource persons from the Health Department and allied institutions, and all participating teachers for their valuable contributions and active engagement throughout the programme.. she emphases on the importance of the program and congratulate the participant for their enthusiasm and dedication and successfully completing the SHWP programme.
The training marks an important step towards strengthening school-level implementation of the School Health and Wellness Programme in Leh district. With trained ambassadors returning to their respective schools, the initiative aspires to transform health awareness into everyday practice, nurturing healthier, happier, emotionally resilient and more informed children.
A healthy child is the foundation of a healthy school, a resilient community and a stronger future.
