Psychiatrists in The State of Uttar Pradesh: The Iconic Professionals

Abstract

Psychiatry, over years, is gradually getting its well-deserved recognition in the country, especially in the state of Uttar Pradesh.The credit goes to the concerted efforts of the professionals of the area who have worked hard to develop and sustain the field. They have remained consistently involved in establishing its various branches as well as strengthening the super/ sub specialities of Psychiatry. During the current pandemic, the need for mental health care was felt to be a primary concern. In this crisis, these professionals offered assistance through the newly formed Association of Clinical Psychiatry, Indian Psychiatric Society, Uttar Pradesh Branchand contributed towards an article to the inaugural issue of the ‘Indian Journal of Clinical Psychiatry’. In this manuscript, we strive to acknowledge the contributions of the psychiatrists of Uttar Pradesh in the field of mental health, who have worked tirelessly 24*7 to promote the subject as well as its sub/ super speciality in the state. We have tried to elaborate upon and pen down some of the phenomenal contributions/ stories of these great pioneers. Some of these icons are in our memory and some are guiding, supervising and helping us for developing and expanding the mental health related services further. Keeping this in the mind, with help of various websites and through personal contacts, present manuscript was prepared. Information related to these legends have been collected from various webpages and articles, we apologise for any missing information.