Event Brief
India’s mental health helpline flooded with calls
Filed: Mar 17, 2026 at 4:05 AM ET
Summary: Tele-MANAS received over 34 lakh calls since October 2022, highlighting a rising anxiety crisis in India.
WHO: Tele-MANAS
WHAT: Received over 34 lakh calls for mental health support
WHEN: Mar 17, 2026 at 2:44 AM ET
WHERE: India
WHY: Indicates a significant rise in demand for psychological support
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