Vandrevala Foundation

The Vandrevala Foundation is an NGO established by Cyrus Vandrevala and Priya Vandrevala. In 2009, it established the "Mental Health - India" initiative to raise awareness for and provide services to mentally ill or emotionally distressed individuals. Priya Vandrevala's father is Niranjan Hiranandani.[1]

The Cyrus and Priya Vandrevala Foundation
Cyrus Vandrevala
FounderCyrus Vandrevala and Priya Vandrevala
TypeNGO
WebsiteOfficial website

The organisation operates multiple crisis hotlines in key Indian cities with the collaboration of Emmanuel Hospital Association, St Stephen's Hospital Delhi and the Mar Thoma Church.[2] Its efforts have been noted by the media.[3][4][5][6][7]

The Jeevan Aastha Helpline is an initiative by the Gandhinagar Police department to provide telephonic counselling to emotionally distressed individuals across India. The helpline can be reached via the number 1860-266-2345[8], or through the alternate toll free number 1800-233-3330.

Operations in cities

The Vandrevala Foundation operates its helplines in the following cities:

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