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Mental-health support in India

Free national mental-health helplines and emergency options for people in India.

Last reviewed: 9 September 2026

If there is immediate danger

If there is immediate danger, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.

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Support options

Tele-MANAS

Government of India mental-health support helpline.

Tele-MANAS alternate number

Alternate national access number for mental-health support.

Call 1-800-891-4416

KIRAN mental health helpline

24/7 toll-free mental-health rehabilitation helpline.

Call 1800-599-0019

What to do next

+ If there is immediate risk to life or safety, call 112 now.
+ If you need mental-health support, try Tele-MANAS or KIRAN.
+ If one line is busy, try the alternate number or ask someone nearby to stay with you while you seek help.

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