If you are thinking about suicide, experiencing stress, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like immediate emotional support, reach out to these helplines right away.
Each helpline claims to offer confidentiality and anonymity. They are available to everyone and for free. The helplines listed here are operated by trained professionals and/or trained volunteers who provide non-judgmental listening and emotional support to anyone in distress.
No. TheMindClan does not operate, manage, or staff any helpline. We curate a directory of active, community-reported helplines run by independent non-profit organizations and mental health institutions across India.
While our team regularly calls listed helplines to check that their numbers and operational hours are working, these services function independently.
Many helplines in India are run by dedicated volunteers and can experience high call volumes during evening hours. If a number does not connect, try another service from our Helplines directory.
If you or someone you know is in immediate physical danger or experiencing severe medical distress, please visit the nearest hospital emergency room or contact trusted local emergency services.
While the helplines listed below are free, local charges may apply when you call them up.

Summary: Empowering individuals with professional and empathetic mental health services.
Run by: Trained Counsellors.
Timings: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 09:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Calls Recorded: Unknown ❓
Number: +918686139139
Website: Visit Website.

Summary: Professional support for emotional and psychological well-being.
Run by: School of Human Ecology, Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Timings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Calls Recorded: Unknown ❓
Number: +919152987821
Email: [email protected]

Summary: Providing professional and compassionate mental health services to empower individuals.
Run by: Trained Volunteers.
Timings: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Calls Recorded: ⏺️ Yes
Number: +919999666555
Website: Visit Website.

Summary: Reach out for support and guidance.
Run by: Trained Volunteers.
Timings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, @ 12:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Calls Recorded: Unknown ❓
Number: +918043053588
Website: Visit Website.

Summary: A 24/7 toll-free helpline providing support for a range of mental health concerns.
Run by: Mpower and BMC with Maharashtra Govt.
Timings: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday @ 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Calls Recorded: ⏺️ Yes
Number: 1800120820050
Website: Visit Website.

Summary: Empowering individuals through professional counselling services.
Run by: Trained Counsellors.
Timings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, @ 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Calls Recorded: Unknown ❓
Number: +917676602602
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Website: Visit Website.
TheMindClan.com does not own or operate the crisis helplines listed above, and make no claims to the accuracy of the information provided. It cannot be held liable for any issues arising from from usage of these independent third party service providers If you are in a crisis and the above helplines are not able to help you, please reach out to a trusted nearby hospital or call trusted emergency services.
We imagine that it is really tough right now, but we urge you to hold on. Things will not always stay this way. Hang in there. TheMindClan.com wants you to remember that you are going to get through this. You matter. Stay with us. Reach out.
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