Tele MANAS | 14 Oct 2024

The Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) has introduced the "TeleMANAS" (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States) toll-free helpline, providing counseling services for individuals experiencing mental distress.

In 2023, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched the toll-free mental health helpline 14416 (Tele-MANAS) covering all States and Union Territories aiming to bridge the gap in access to mental health.
The app is part of the National Tele Mental Health Programme of India and provides a comprehensive library of information on mental health.
It also offers guidance on managing early signs of stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges.
National Tele Mental Health Programme (NTMHP):
- NTMHP was launched in October 2022, to improve access to quality mental health counselling and care services in the country.
- National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru is the National Apex Centre, coordinated activities of Tele MANAS across India.