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Vandrevala Foundation crisis intervention helpline provides 24/7 free and confidential support by phone, text, and online chat....


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Anybody who is experiencing an unbearable stressful condition, dangerous suicidal thoughts, deep depression, confused state of...


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Jeevan Aastha Helpline is for suicide prevention and mental health counseling. The helpline seeks to empower people to overcome...


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Kiran, 24/7 National Toll free Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline provides 24/7 free and confidential support by phone. We...


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Aasra is a crisis intervention centre for the lonely, distressed and suicidal. We aim to help prevent and manage mental illness...


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Tele MANAS offers 24/7 mental health care services in every Indian state, in regional languages. Tele-MANAS is organized as a...


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ND Prana Lifeline, our flagship service, goes beyond saving lives—it centers on improving overall quality of life. Proudly...


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Snehi works with people primarily to promote dignity, wellbeing, positive mental health, to prevent suicides, mental disorders...


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Sneha is a suicide prevention organization in Chennai, India. We offer unconditional emotional support to anyone who could be...


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iCALL’s ReYou is a chat-based initiative for youth suicide prevention by iCALL. This crisis chatline offers services to Indian...


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Lifeline Foundation, founded in 1996, is a registered non-profit organization based in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Our mission...


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Samaritans Mumbai is a helpline providing emotional support to anyone feeling stressed, distressed, depressed, or suicidal. Our...


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In 2012, the School of Human Ecology launched iCALL, an initiative that uses technology to provide mental health support. The...


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Voice That Cares (VTC) is a PAN India free public helpline that provides psychosocial counselling support to individuals for...


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ConnectingTrust, Every life counts is dedicated to providing free and confidential support and information over phone. We help...


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Parivarthan Counselling Helpline (PCH) is a free telephone helpline that is serviced by trained counsellors to listen and help...


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It takes courage to acknowledge you need support and reach out for it. When you do, we will be here for you. In a world where...


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Pukar Foundation is a Free emotional support helpline that provides confidential, anonymous, and non-judgmental support to...


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Dukungan Kashmir Lifeline, Emotional and Mental Crisis memberikan dukungan dan informasi gratis dan rahasia melalui telepon....


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Mann Talks is dedicated to providing free and confidential support and information over the phone. We exist to help people in...


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The Humsafar Helpline offers free, compassionate and confidential support by phone. We are here for the LGBTQ+ community in...


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CHILDLINE 1098 is the emergency helpline and crisis response service for children in need of care and protection. Any child or...


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Responders on our 24/7 crisis lines are well trained in counselling skills and crisis management by providing professional...


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Vipasyin is a sexual and reproductive health portal for adults in relationships, who need services around abortions, missed...


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Shakti Shalini was established in 1987 to respond to the survivors of gender/sexual violence. The organisation also works in...


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Mahila Bol Helpline offers free, compassionate and confidential support by phone. We are here to help women, men in India who...


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Manodarpan offers Psychosocial Support for Mental Health to monitor and promote the mental health issues and concerns of...


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CHAMPS Helpline was launched with the aim to provide professional counselling support to children, adolescents and caregivers...


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Contact a hotline or helpline in India for free, confidential support

It can be difficult to know where to turn when you're struggling with your mental health. Whether you're going through a tough time, or you're concerned about a loved one, you can turn to a helpline or hotline for crisis counseling support. 33 helplines are available in India to help you.

It may seem scary to call. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more confident to access the free support that is available to you.

What is a helpline or hotline?

Helplines, otherwise known as hotlines or crisis lines, offer free, confidential counseling support to people in emotional pain. Some offer support over the phone, and others over text message or online chat.

How will a helpline or hotline support me?

Helpline responders support you by listening to you, helping you understand your emotions better, and working with you on a plan forward. Having a plan about what to do next can help you feel more in control.

Who will I talk to when I contact a helpline?

When you call a helpline, you'll connect with a volunteer or counselor, or sometimes with a peer with similar experience to the topic of the helpline. They are often trained and experienced in active listening or crisis counseling. This means they know how to help people in your situation.

What issues can I talk to a helpline about?

Helplines are there for anyone who might be in need of free support for mental and behavioral health problems. If you are struggling with something specific, such as suicide, depression, anxiety, or domestic violence, there are often helplines that cater specifically to these issues. You may also be able to contact a helpline related to your demographic, such as helplines that are specifically for teenagers, veterans or the LGBTQ+ community. A lot of helplines provide support for a variety of mental and behavioral health issues, so you can talk with them about anything that is concerning you.

What is a suicide hotline?

For help with thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life, you can contact a suicide prevention hotline, also known as a crisis line or lifeline. Suicide hotlines are available 24/7 in most countries. These crisis services commonly support with any problem you might be facing, so you can also call them if you aren't thinking about suicide.

Will a helpline talk to me about someone I'm concerned about?

Helplines aren't just for the times when you need support. They can also be helpful if you're worried about someone else. When you contact a helpline for advice about someone you care about, they will talk with you about how you might support the person. This might look like support resources that person is able to access, or behaviors or actions you can take to help their situation.

I'm in India. What hotlines and helplines are available to me?

In India, there are 33 hotlines and helplines that support with a range of topics.

The first helpline was set up in 1953. Today, there are over 2,000 helplines supporting with a wide variety of issues, experiences and demographics. Their shared desire to assist those going through emotional or mental distress binds them together. No matter what your problem is, talking to someone can help and helplines provide this vital service, for free.


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