Are helplines free in India?

Yes, Tele-MANAS (14416) and KIRAN (1800-599-0019) are free and available 24/7.

Does SPIF provide therapy or counselling?

No. SPIF focuses on training and awareness. For crisis situations, please contact official helplines.

Suicide is Preventable

Anyone can prevent suicide. Become a Gatekeeper.

Q: Who can become a Gatekeeper?

Anyone can become a Gatekeeper. No clinical or medical background is required.

SPIF is one of India's first organisations dedicated to suicide prevention. We equip individuals, educators, and workplaces with evidence-based tools and training to save lives.

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A supportive community group environment

3 Min 1 person dies by suicide in India *

10,000+

Gatekeepers Trained

1,000+

Workshop Hours

10Mn+

Social Media Reach

Collaborators in Prevention

Training Solutions

Practical, evidence-based programmes that help communities recognise warning signs and respond with confidence.

Individual

Become a Gatekeeper

Learn how to recognise distress, start a conversation, and connect someone to the right support.

Workplace

Empower Your Teams

Gatekeeper training for employees. Build a workplace culture where people look out for each other.

Education

Group Training

Specialised pricing for students and campuses to protect young lives.

Professionals

Advanced Courses

Specialise in clinical suicide prevention and intervention for mental health professionals.

Digital Initiative

Circle of Protection

Built in a multi-year collaboration with Instagram, this national digital programme helps young people navigate online pressures safely — with monitored, supportive communication channels and early intervention resources.

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National Emergency Helplines

Available 24/7, free of cost, and strictly confidential.

National Suicide Prevention Helplines in India
Service	Number	Availability
Tele-MANAS	14416	24/7, Multi-lingual
KIRAN	1800-599-0019	24/7, 13 Languages

Common Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most often.

Who can become a Gatekeeper?

Anyone. You do not need a medical or clinical background to get certified. Our training teaches everyday people to recognise early signs of distress and connect others to the right support.

Are the listed helplines free to use?

Yes. The official government helplines we list — Tele-MANAS (14416) and KIRAN (1800-599-0019) — are completely free, toll-free, and confidential, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Does SPIF provide direct therapy or counselling?

No. SPIF focuses on community training, policy advocacy, and connecting people to clinical resources. We do not provide one-on-one therapy or direct crisis intervention. If you are in a crisis situation, please call a state helpline immediately.