GURUGRAM, September 5, 2025 — Sunbeam School, Lahartara from Varanasi has emerged as the champion of PsychED 2025, India’s largest and most comprehensive psychology quiz competition. The Grand Finale, organized by the Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences at Fortis Healthcare under the leadership of renowned psychiatrist Dr. Samir Parikh, concluded today at Fortis Memorial Research Institute.
National Competition Showcases Student Excellence
The 8th edition of PsychED attracted unprecedented participation with over 900 schools competing from 190 cities across India. Following multiple elimination rounds, six finalist teams advanced to the Grand Finale after winning their respective zonal competitions.
Final Results:
- Winner: Sunbeam School, Lahartara, Varanasi
- First Runner-up: Navy Children School, Mumbai
- Second Runner-up: Deens Academy, Bengaluru
The competition featured six regional zones, with 12 teams competing in each zonal final. The Grand Finale participants included Cambridge Court High School (Jaipur), Bal Bharti School (Ludhiana), Sunbeam School (Varanasi), Navy Children School (Mumbai), Deens Academy (Bengaluru), and Vega School (Gurugram).
Advancing Mental Health Awareness in Education
PsychED 2025, supported by strategic partners GD Goenka University, Project CACA, Rupa Publications, and Adayu (a Fortis Group company), continues its mission of making psychology accessible and engaging for young learners nationwide.
“At Fortis, we are committed to increasing awareness and sensitivity toward mental health issues,” said Dr. Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, Managing Director and CEO of Fortis Healthcare. “PsychED represents a unique initiative by our Department of Mental Health & Behavioral Sciences that advances our vision of building mental health awareness during formative school years.”
The winning team from Sunbeam School expressed their enthusiasm: “We are incredibly excited to have won PsychED 2025! This has been an amazing journey filled with valuable learning experiences. We hope more schools will participate annually to benefit from these exceptional educational opportunities under the guidance of PsychED’s expert mentors.”
Building Foundation for Mental Health Literacy
Dr. Samir Parikh, Chairman of Fortis National Mental Health Program, emphasized the initiative’s broader significance: “Making mental health a priority for all remains our long-term vision and mission at Fortis Healthcare. PsychED serves as a crucial first step in this direction, engaging youth and creating innovative approaches to build understanding of psychology and mental health. Since mental health remains an under-discussed subject, the educational community must unite to sensitize younger minds.”
The competition format combines rigorous academic content with engaging quiz methodology, creating an environment where students can explore psychological concepts while developing competitive academic skills.
Expanding Educational Impact
The growth of PsychED from its inception to the current 8th edition demonstrates increasing recognition of mental health education’s importance in secondary education. The program’s expansion to 190 cities reflects growing national awareness of psychological literacy as a fundamental educational component.
The initiative aligns with broader educational trends emphasizing social-emotional learning and mental health awareness as essential elements of comprehensive student development.
About Fortis Healthcare Limited
Fortis Healthcare Limited operates as a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The company’s healthcare portfolio encompasses hospitals, diagnostics, and specialized day care facilities. Currently operating 33 healthcare facilities (including joint ventures and operations & maintenance facilities) across 11 states, Fortis Healthcare’s network comprises over 5,700 operational beds and 400 diagnostic laboratories, serving communities nationwide with comprehensive medical care and specialized services.
