Crisis help & what Eli is

If you're in immediate danger

Please call 112 (emergency) right now, or reach one of the free, confidential helplines below. You deserve real support, and reaching out is a brave, strong step.

India helplines

  • Tele-MANASGovt

    24x7

    14416 / 1800-891-4416

    Government of India national mental health helpline. Free, confidential support in 20+ Indian languages. · 20+ Indian languages

  • KIRANGovt

    24x7

    1800-599-0019

    Government of India mental health rehabilitation helpline. Free support across 13 languages. · 13 languages

  • Vandrevala Foundation

    24x7

    1860-266-2345 / 1800-233-3330

    Free mental health support and crisis intervention by trained counsellors. · English, Hindi & regional

  • AASRA

    24x7

    +91 98204 66726

    Confidential support for those in emotional distress or feeling suicidal. · English, Hindi

  • iCall (TISS)

    Mon–Sat, 10 AM – 8 PM

    +91 91529 87821

    Free telephone & email counselling by trained mental health professionals at TISS. · English, Hindi & more

What Eli is — and isn't

Eli is an emotional support companionnot a therapist, doctor, or a substitute for professional care. Eli does not diagnose conditions, prescribe or advise on medication, or provide medical or clinical care. Eli is here to listen, support, and gently help — and to point you toward real human professionals when that's what you need. Eli is an emotional support companion, not a substitute for professional medical or mental-health care.

Helpline numbers verified June 2026. If a number has changed, please let us know.