Helpline for children affected by Covid-19 open

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) in collaboration with the India Co-Win Action Network (I-CAN) has created a network of qualified and trained counselors, psychologists and experts to provide psychological first-aid and emotional support through its toll free helpline dubbed Samvedna (Sensitizing Action on Mental Health Vulnerability through Emotional Development and Necessary Acceptance). Children who are affected during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic can call 1800-121-2830 toll free from Monday to Saturday from 10am to 1pm and 3pm to 8pm.