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Al Etihad
31-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department wins 3rd place at Dubai Dates Festival Awards
31 July 2025 13:56 ABU DHABI (WAM)The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), through its Correction and Rehabilitation Centres, secured third place in the Dubai Dates Festival Awards 2025, under the category of government recognition came as appreciation for its distinguished participation that combined quality, creativity, and a meaningful social message, truly reflecting the integration of rehabilitation efforts with production and Yousef Saeed Al Abri, Undersecretary of ADJD, affirmed that this honour from one of the most prominent heritage events in the country reflects the department's firm commitment to developing rehabilitation programmes and empowering inmates professionally and Abri also praised the relentless efforts of the teams at the Correction and Rehabilitation Centres, who are steadily advancing towards achieving integration between rehabilitation and production year, the ADJD participated in the Dubai Dates Festival, organised by the Hamdan bin Mohammed Heritage Centre, amidst a wide presence of government entities, the private sector, and local farmers. The department showcased a comprehensive pavilion highlighting the inmates' creativity in agriculture, handicrafts, and heritage products. The pavilion featured the finest types of dates grown within the correction centres, in addition to artisanal and artistic products that reflected the skills acquired by the inmates through professional rehabilitation programs implemented by the department.
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Business Standard
14-07-2025
- Health
- Business Standard
Luxury rehab centres on the rise as affluent Indians seek mental care
Luxury rehabilitation centres are rapidly gaining popularity in India, fuelled by rising disposable incomes and growing demand from affluent individuals. These high-end facilities charge between ₹2 lakh and ₹12 lakh per month, significantly higher than the ₹30,000 to ₹1.5 lakh charged at standard centres. The size of the luxury rehab industry could not be determined due to a lack of data; however, several clinicians across the country pointed out that demand for high-end care is rising for a range of treatments for substance abuse, behavioural issues, chronic disorders and more. According to data from the Ministry of Home Affairs, India maintained an extensive network of rehabilitation centres in 2024, supported by both the government and various organisations. Under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), there were 345 Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts (IRCAs), 47 Community-Based Peer-Led Intervention (CPLI) Centres, 74 Outreach and Drop-In Centres (ODICs), and 105 Addiction Treatment Facilities (ATFs). Additionally, 41 new ATFs were inaugurated on February 8, 2024. The premium cost covers not only upscale amenities such as private rooms, gourmet meals and holistic therapies but also exclusive, highly personalised care tailored to a comprehensive and discreet recovery experience. Dr Gorav Gupta, CEO and senior psychiatrist at Gurugram-based Tulasi Healthcare, noted that luxury rehabilitation centres in India are on the rise in Delhi-NCR, Gujarat and Maharashtra, driven by increasing disposable incomes and a growing preference for domestic treatment. Affluent individuals—including NRIs, celebrities, politicians and business professionals—who once sought care abroad are now opting for high-end facilities within India, drawn by comparable quality and a significant cost advantage. 'NRIs and affluent customers choose these high-end, premium rehabilitation centres because we can communicate with them in a culturally familiar way,' Gupta said. 'Another advantage is that similar treatment in the US can cost around $20,000 (approximately ₹17 lakh) per month, while in India, it ranges between ₹4–5 lakh for the same duration. In developed countries, legal constraints often limit patient retention, whereas in India, longer-term observation is permitted, offering more flexibility in care,' he added. Dr Rahul Chandhok, senior consultant and head of psychiatry, Artemis Lite NFC, highlighted: 'Clients today want individualised care, privacy and comfort. More people are becoming aware of mental health issues, holistic treatment is becoming more popular, and more rich people are looking for stress-free, personalised services. Better amenities and family involvement help people stay focused, calm their nerves and heal over time in caring, sophisticated settings.' Samarpan Rehabilitation Centre in Pune and Mumbai, Alpha Healing Center in Gujarat, Lotus Wellness and Rehabilitation Centre in Coimbatore, Veda Rehabilitation and Wellness in Mumbai, and Pema Wellness in Visakhapatnam are among India's luxury rehabilitation centres. These offer a wide range of treatments for substance abuse, behavioural issues, chronic disorders and more. Martin Peters, chief operating officer at Samarpan—a premium rehabilitation centre with a residential unit in Pune and outpatient centre in Mumbai, developed with an investment of ₹25 crore—noted that in recent years, a growing affluent population with higher disposable incomes has led to increased demand for comfortable, high-quality settings for mental health treatment, behavioural therapy and substance detoxification. Founded in 2021, Samarpan witnesses about 20 residential patients and 120 outpatients per month. It also plans to develop a luxury, state-of-the-art Purpose-Built Facility by 2027 for substance addiction treatment, eating disorders, a trauma programme for women and other services, across a 7-acre campus. 'At Samarpan, we have opened our doors to offer international standards of treatment—providing an alternative to Indians flying abroad for care,' said Peters. 'Around 40 per cent of our patients come from overseas, and of those, about half are NRIs. For them, treatment here is significantly more affordable, even in a luxury setting like ours, and our shared cultural competence helps us connect with patients on a deeper level.' Samarpan also caters to celebrities, business professionals and other high-profile clients, offering luxury amenities such as private villas, a gym, swimming pool, 24-hour nursing care, a spa and an on-site restaurant. Peters noted that treatment programmes range from 4 to 13 weeks, with villa accommodations priced between ₹3.5 lakh and ₹6.5 lakh, depending on patient preferences. Alpha Healing Center, under the clinical governance of Adayu, a Fortis Group company, noted that luxury rehabilitation is gaining traction nationwide due to its ability to merge clinical rigour with holistic wellness, privacy and cultural appeal. 'Growing mental health awareness, urbanisation and income levels have increased the demand for such services. Affluent Indian families now view addiction as a treatable condition rather than a cost advantage. India offers world-class treatment at 30–70 per cent lower cost compared to Western countries, attracting international clients including NRIs,' said Dax Patel, owner and managing director, Alpha. Founded in 2017, Alpha caters to NRIs and other affluent clients, offering rehabilitation packages ranging from ₹2 lakh to ₹6.5 lakh, depending on the type of stay chosen. The centre provides treatment for substance abuse, behavioural disorders and mental health conditions such as trauma, depression, bipolar disorder and more. Alpha also features luxury amenities, including a detox facility, spa and massage room, yoga studio, snooker and table tennis areas, an in-house pharmacy, library and additional comforts. Speaking about the importance of rehabilitation, Dr Samir Parikh, consultant psychiatrist and chairperson of the Fortis National Mental Health Programme, said certain clinical conditions, such as substance use disorders, often require long-term care. 'Certain clinical conditions, including substance use addictions, where, because of the nature of the problem, individuals may have a long-standing concern requiring them to be in a long-stay facility where they can look at the overall impact. India's mental health infrastructure remains vastly inadequate relative to the growing demand.' He believes there is significant growth potential for luxury rehabilitation services. Dr Chandhok noted that of the 25 crore Indians affected by addiction, only 10 crore are officially recorded. Around 4 crore are fully dependent, and 2 crore inject drugs. Yet, just 2–3 per cent receive treatment. In FY23, India's rehab industry was valued at $17 billion, projected to reach $35 billion by FY28. Globally, addiction rehab is expected to hit $19.5 billion by 2025.
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Mizoram govt to enforce stricter rules for establishment of private rehab centres: Minister
Aizawl, The Mizoram government will enforce stricter rules for the establishment of de-addiction or rehabilitation centres by private agencies, Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii said on Monday. Speaking to reporters in Aizawl, Lalrinpuii said that any individual or private agencies intending to set up or have set up a de-addiction centre will have to obtain accreditation from the government from now on. She said that accreditation is mandatory for all de-addiction or rehabilitation centres under the Mizoram Drug Act, 2016 and The Mizoram Drug Treatment cum Rehabilitation Centre Accreditation Rules, 2019 . "These Acts and rules prescribe minimum standards of infrastructure, human resources, service and documentation, among others, for the establishment of de-addiction centres. Any person or rehabilitation centre, which fails to meet minimum standards will not be eligible to establish or run the facility from now on," she said. She said that accreditation aims at bringing systematic management of rehabilitation centres to ensure that drug addicts receive the standard care and support that they deserve. Lalrinpuii said that the government has acknowledged the contribution and service rendered by privately run rehabilitation centres and is ever ready to assist such facilities. The government has helped many centres on several occasions previously, she said. According to the minister, at present, there are 46 state-run de-addiction and rehabilitation centres across the state, of which 11 are declared Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts , which provide a minimum standard of care and support to inmates as prescribed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Also, there are 25 privately run and eight church-run rehabilitation centres in the state, the minister said. She said that a proposal has been submitted to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment for the establishment of five more de-addiction centres in Saitual, Khawzawl, Hnahthial, Mamit and Lawngtlai districts.
