From The President
DR. SAVITA MALHOTRA
President
Indian Psychiatric Society
Dear Colleagues, friends and mental health advocates,
Greetings from the President’s desk!
I have immense pleasure in announcing the 1st Information Brochure of the Indian Psychiatry Society (ANCIPS) being held in Haldia on 1st to 3rd August, 2025. This is the most prestigious national event and a largest congregation of psychiatrists from India and abroad who meet annually to share their thoughts, work, research and innovations, for mutual exchange and learning. This is also an opportunity to build professional and social networks, academic collaborations, brain storming and exploring new vistas for research and patient care.
This year’s theme, “Theme : Interface Of Psychiatry & Medicine”, is both critical and provocative. The discipline of psychiatry and its clinical practice is shackled under centuries old historical traditions and mindset, and needs to be unshackled by embracing the 21st century science, that has brought psychiatry much closer to physical medicine. Mental health care systems, laws, and public image of psychiatry must change in favor of it being a core medical discipline, that will remove stigma, increase acceptability and access to treatment. I am sure there will be high quality discussions, debates and guidance through a rigorously planned and curated scientific program on various topics and themes related to psychiatry and its specialties.
The venue of the conference will be ” Haldia “, India International Convention Organised by
Indian Psychiatric Society (WB State Branch) & Indian Association of Private Psychiatry (WB State Branch) . This is one of the most prestigious convention facility in the national capital with the world class convention facilities, and will surely provide an exquisite conference experience to participants and delegates. Moreover, Haldia provides a lot more than just the conference event in terms of history and culture, sight-seeing and shopping, food and entertainment, diversity and unity of India
The organizing team led by Dr Nimesh Desai along with Dr Deepak Raheja, Dr J M Wadhawan and Dr Pankaj Kumar are working very hard to plan and put together all the arrangements for your comfort and convenience. We are sure that this will be one of the memorable conferences.
On behalf of the executive council of the IPS and my own behalf as President of IPS, I am delighted and honored to invite you all to this great event making the conference a great success, and making the IPS strong and proud.
We look forward to welcome you and see you at the ANCIPS in Jan 2025 in Haldia.
With best wishes and warm regards,
DR. SAVITA MALHOTRA
President
Indian Psychiatric Society
From Hon. General Secretary
DR. AMRIT PATTAJOSHI
Hon. General Secretary
Indian Psychiatric Society
Dear Colleagues, friends and mental health advocates,
There’s something truly magical about ANCIPS. It’s not just a conference—it’s a celebration of minds and hearts coming together with a shared purpose: to transform the way we see, speak about, and serve mental health.
As ANCIPS 2025 comes to life in the historic and ever-evolving city of Haldia, I find myself filled with hope, pride, and a deep sense of connection to our larger mission.In these times of rapid change and awakening, we are reminded that true progress in mental health care comes not just from clinical expertise, but from empathy, courage, and imagination. As Audre Lorde so powerfully said, “The master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.” To break old patterns, we must create new ones—with openness, with compassion, and with a willingness to listen to voices that have long gone unheard.
This year’s VENUE: ICARE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE AND RESEARCH & DR. B. C. ROY HOSPITAL, HALDIA | WEST BENGAL, IICC Haldia—with its grand architecture and cutting-edge facilities, oers the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and transformative ideas. But beyond the walls and auditoriums, it is our spirit of togetherness that will make ANCIPS 2025 truly unforgettable.
To the incredible organizing team — Dr. Nimesh Desai, Dr. Deepak Raheja, Dr. J. M. Wadhawan, and Dr. Pankaj Kumar — your vision, dedication, and warmth are already shaping this event into something extraordinary.
Let us gather not just to learn, but to connect. Not just to speak, but to listen. And not just to reflect, but to reimagine the future of mental health in India.
With warmth and solidarity
DR. AMRIT PATTAJOSHI
Hon. General Secretary
Indian Psychiatric Society
Invitation
Welcome to PSYCON 2025
Dear friends,
It gives us immense pleasure to warmly invite you all for PSYCON 2025, jointly organised by West Bengal State Branches of the Indian Psychiatric Society and Indian Association of Private Psychiatry which will be held on 1st to 3rd August, 2025 at ICARE Institute of Medical science & Research, Haldia, West Bengal.
The conference will serve as an exceptional platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas and experiences. Our program includes keynote addresses from leading experts and doyens from the field of Psychiatry. This three days encompassing academic extravaganza will include in-depth panel discussions, poster presentations (free & award), paper presentations (free & award), symphosia covering a breadth of important areas of current focus in psychiatry.
Your presence and participation would greatly enrich the discussions and deliberations, bringing valuable insights from your extensive experience and expertise in the field. We are confident that the collaborative atmosphere of the conference will foster meaningful connections and engaging peer discussions, which will ignite the collective intellectual environment of our mental health care sphere to inspire innovative solutions to the challenges facing mental health care today.
You will find here detailed registration information. We encourage you to register at your earliest convenience to ensure your participation, as we anticipate a strong turnout from the medical community.
There will be Mental Health Awareness program for nearby NGOs, clubs, schools and elderly care homes and common local people
We are planning to organise a standard Post graduate QUIZ and also one of it’s kind Undergraduate QUIZ and Art Competition (related to Psychiatry theme) which also to reach the young medical minds in it’s very beginning to inspire more students towards a career in psychiatry. We have also planned an interesting and engaging cricket tournament, the PPL (PSYCON Premier League) details of which will follow shortly.
We are going to arrange a postconference nightout (optional) at Mandarmoni, a Seaside resort village on 3rd August, 2025 (last day of conference). Interested participants may join as per their choice.
We eagerly look forward to welcome you to PSYCON 2025 and to your participation in what promises to be an enlightening and productive event.
Thank you for your dedication to the advancement of mental health care and for considering our invitation.
Dr. Asim Kumar Mallick
(Organizing Chairperson)
DR. Nilanjan Chandra
(Organizing Secretary)
Indian Psychiatric Society
Indian Association of Private Psychiatry
Indian Psychiatric Society : West Bengal State Branch
Indian Association of Private Psychiatry : West Bengal State Branch
From Organising Committee
Eagarly waiting to see you soon.
Conference Venue: IIMSAR
ICARE Institute of Medical Sciences and Research and Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy Hospital, Haldia (IIMSAR & BCRHH) was established with a view to create at Haldia a modern education centre as well as health care facilities of excellence to provide value based educational & health service of International standard with a motto to march ahead to build an ideally developed Haldia. In view of the noble objectives of the Institute, it gets support from the people, local Municipal Authorities, Haldia Development Authority as well as from the industrial and business houses in and around Haldia.
The 500 bedded hospital attached to the medical college of IIMSAR is designed to provide the best medical care and attention to each and every patient irrespective of caste, and sex. Despite being new,the hospital is run by the experienced hands and with all latest advancement.
Details available: https://icaremedicalcollege.in/
ICARE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE AND RESEARCH & DR. B. C. ROY HOSPITAL, HALDIA
Tourist Attraction Of Haldia
Bargabhima Temple: An ancient temple situated at Tamluk in Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal. The Bargabhima Temple, also known as Vibhash Shakti Peeth and Bhimakali Mandir, is devoted to the goddess Sati. This particular shrine of one of the 51 Shaktipeeth Temples stands by River Roopnarayana in Tamluk village, Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal.
Haldia Riverside: A residential township located near Haldi river. This includes various amenities like a clubhouse, shopping complex, parks and playgrounds.
ISKON Temple, Haldia: The ISKCON, Haldia temple, also known as Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir, is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha, located in Haldia, West Bengal. The temple offers various religious activities, including kirtan (chanting), darshan (viewing the deities), and seva (service).
Mahishadal Rajbari: a historical palace complex, is located in Mahishadal, Purba Medinipore district, West Bengal, India. It’s known for Its grand architecture and historical significance, having served as the residence of the Mahishadal royal family. The complex also includes lush gardens, ponds, and various other elements like courtyards, libraries, grand corridons, and majestic staircases. Visitors can explore the palaces, gardens, and museum, gaining insights into the history of the Mahishadal royal family
Jagannath Temple ,Digha : The balmy breezes of Digha, West Bengal, are about to carry the echoes of chanting and the clanging of cymbals. A monumental structure is rising from the ground, promising to be a beacon of faith and a dazzling testament to Hinduism – the Jagannath Temple.
Explore Haldia & Nearby
