Mental health

Suicide Prevention Awareness Rally

BREAK THE SILENCE. START THE CONVERSATION. SEEK SUPPORT. “Every problem has a solution. You are never alone.” The Anandilal Podar Trust, Nawalgarh, in collaboration with Kangaroo Minds, organised a Suicide Prevention Awareness Rally on September 18, 2026, as part of Suicide Prevention Month. Flagged off by Nawalgarh Sub-Divisional Officer Ms. Pranjal Kanwar, the rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from 600+ students representing Podar Educational Institutions, including Podar College, Kantikumar R. Podar ITI, Podar Teacher Training College, GPS Nawalgarh, GPS Beri, and Panabai Ramnath...

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Tree of Hope

‘Tree of Hope’ Marks the Beginning of Suicide Prevention Month at Podar College, Nawalgarh The Anandilal Podar Trust, Nawalgarh, in collaboration with Kangaroo Minds, has launched a month-long awareness campaign for Suicide Prevention Month throughout September at Seth G.B. Podar College. The campaign began with the installation and plantation of a ‘Tree of Hope’ on the college campus by Nawalgarh Sub-Divisional Officer Ms. Pranjal Kanwar, who shared a powerful message of hope, positive thinking, mental well-being and faith in life. She...

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Sneha Utsav 2025

The second edition of “Sneha Utsav – Bhaavnao Ka Mela”, organised by The Anandilal Podar Trust and Kangaroo Minds, brought Nawalgarh together yesterday for a transformative day dedicated to mental well-being. Held at Seth G.B. Podar College, the event united #mentalhealth experts, educators, social workers, and hashtag#students in a shared mission: normalising conversations around emotional wellness. The #event was graced by Dr. Arun Garg, District Collector, Jhunjhunu, as the Chief Guest, and presided over by Dr. Vedica Podar, Founder of...

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World Mental Health Day

On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, Nawalgarh witnessed an inspiring Awareness Rally jointly organized by The Anandilal Podar Trust and Kangaroo Minds. The event saw enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, social workers, and local citizens, all uniting to spread the vital message that “A healthy life is incomplete without mental well-being.” The rally was graced by the esteemed presence of District Collector Dr. Arun Garg as Chief Guest, MLA Mr. Vikram Singh Jakhal as Chairperson, and A.D.E.O. Mr....

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Mental Health Seminar

A thought-provoking seminar on Suicide Prevention was recently held at the Dr. Ramnath A. Podar Auditorium of Seth G.B. Podar College, Nawalgarh, run by The Anandilal Podar Trust. The seminar was led by Dr. Vedica Podar, Trustee of the Podar Trust and Founder of Kangaroo Minds, who emphasized that suicide is not inevitable and can be prevented through care, awareness, and collective responsibility. She highlighted the urgent need to address the rising suicide rates among youth and shared that...

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Poster Making Competition

A poster #competition on the theme of Suicide Prevention was organized at Seth Gyaniram Bansidhar Podar College, #Nawalgarh, with the joint efforts of Dr. Vedica Podar, Founder of Kangaroo Minds & Trustee, The Anandilal Podar Trust. #Students showcased their creativity through powerful posters on critical issues such as #mental stress, domestic violence, depression, loneliness, fear of failure, relationship breakdowns, social media pressures, and suicidal tendencies. The #initiative aimed to spread awareness about #mentalhealth and encourage open conversations on sensitive topics...

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Walk of Hope

On the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, The Anandilal Podar Trust and Kangaroo Minds jointly organized a ‘Walk of Hope’ Suicide Prevention and Awareness Rally to spread awareness and foster a positive environment around #MentalHealth. The rally was flagged off by Mr. Rajveer Singh, D.Y.S.P.; Mr. Shrikant Murarka; Mr. M.D. Shanbhag, Executive Director; Dr. Vinod Kumar Saini, Director PR & IP; Dr. Satyendra Singh, Principal; Mr. Vinod Soni; Mr. Murali Chobdar; and Dr. B.L. Jangid. Inspired by Dr. Vedica Podar,...

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Mental Health Webinar

An inspirational webinar was organized at Podar College, Nawalgarh, to strengthen the mental health of students and prevent serious issues like suicide. #Students of BBA, BCA, MBA, and MCA, first semester, participated enthusiastically in this online session on #MentalHealthAwareness and Suicide Prevention. Dr. Vedica Podar, Trustee & Founder of Kangaroo Minds, was the keynote speaker. She emphasized the importance of #mentalhealth, positive thinking, and staying connected with family and friends. Dr. Podar also sensitively addressed students’ questions on stress, anxiety, and...

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Blood Donation Camp

To honor the 90th birth anniversary of the Late Shri Kantikumar R. Podar, the Podar College Alumni Association and Podar Educational Institutions jointly organized a voluntary Blood Donation Camp at Podar College, Nawalgarh. This meaningful initiative paid tribute to the revered former Chairman of the Podar Trust, whose life was dedicated to #education, healthcare, and social upliftment. The event commenced with a lamp-lighting ceremony and floral tributes to Goddess Saraswati and Shri Kantikumar R. Podar. It was graced by Mr. Vikram Singh Jakhal (MLA, Nawalgarh) as the Chief...

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Podar Nawalgarh Mini Marathon

The Anandilal Podar Trust proudly organized the 2nd Podar Nawalgarh Mini Marathon, a spectacular event in Nawalgarh. This marathon aimed to promote the spirit of a Better Nawalgarh, a better tomorrow! The event was graced by Nawalgarh MLA Mr. Vikram Singh Jakhal, Trustee Dr. Vedica Podar, Nawalgarh Police Deputy Superintendent Mr. Rajveer Singh, SHO Mr. Shugan Singh, Mr. Shrikant Murarka, and Executive Director Mr. MD Shanbhag, among others. Coordinated by Dr. Vinod kumar Saini, the marathon witnessed overwhelming participation,...

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