Transforming Silence into Conversation
Podar College’s Mental Health initiative, led by Dr. Vedica Podar (Trustee, The Anandilal Podar Trust; Founder, Kangaroo Minds), builds awareness, breaks stigma, and supports our community with programs that are empathetic, evidence-informed, and action-oriented.
Key Highlights
Community-rooted action across Podar institutions and Nawalgarh — events, research, training, and ongoing support.
Student Well-Being First
Dedicated programs to support mental, emotional, and social health of students and staff, fostering resilience and balance.
Panels, Rallies & Fairs
From World Mental Health Day rallies to Sneha Utsav and Sneha Circles, engaging the community with meaningful conversations.
Actionable Insights
Recommendations and reports presented to State & Central Government, shaping future programs and policy directions.
Our Initiatives
Programs designed to engage students, faculty, families, and the wider community.
Awareness Rallies
Annual World Mental Health Day rallies with NCC/NSS, schools & community partners across Nawalgarh.
Sneha Utsav: Bhavnaon Ka Mela
A community fair with panels, yoga, theatre, dance fitness, and expert-led mental health sessions.
Sneha Circles
Small-group circles for students & parents focusing on emotions, communication, and mutual support.
Seminars & Workshops
Tailored sessions for teachers, women, students & NCC cadets on stress, confidence & balance.
Webinars & Training
Practical toolkits to recognise and respond to mental health challenges in everyday life.
Podar Nawalgarh Mini Marathon
Promoting mind–body well-being through annual community runs with 1500+ participants.
Gallery Highlights
A glimpse of our Mental Health Awareness initiatives and community events.
Highlights from Nawalgarh Speaks
Our community mental health report at a glance.
3,371+ Citizens
Surveyed across Nawalgarh in Rajasthan’s first mental health study of its kind.
120+ Sessions
Awareness programs, Sneha Circles & workshops conducted for schools & families.
Policy Impact
Actionable insights submitted to State & Central Government for mental health policy.
Nawalgarh Speaks — Report Launch & Community Impact
The Anandilal Podar Trust, Nawalgarh, under the leadership of Dr. Vedica Podar, launched the community mental health report Nawalgarh Speaks at the Dr. Ramnath A. Podar Auditorium. Based on a survey of 3,371 individuals across the constituency, the report reflects local perceptions and challenges around mental health and provides actionable recommendations.
The launch commemorated the 90th birth anniversary of the Late Shri Kantikumar R. Podar and featured dignitaries including Mr. Vikram Singh Jakhal (Hon’ble MLA), Smt. Harshini Kulhari (Zila Pramukh), Mr. Sharad Choudhary (D.I.G.), Shri Surendra Saini, Dr. Kapoor Tholaur and Shri M.D. Shanbhag. The event recognised the efforts of over 100 volunteers from NSS & NCC and multiple Principals and teachers.
Stories from Mental Health Awareness
RESOURCES & SUPPORT
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