Hello Mumbai City Desk 

The next pandemic is indeed mental health issues!The post-pandemic era has witnessed a significant surge in mental health crises, affecting people across demographics and age groups.

Lions International District 3231A3 recently launched a unique initiative to create awareness about mental health among the common man, marking World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2025. The organization collaborated with Rangmanch, a street play organization, to perform at 19 stations between Bandra and Dahanu. This initiative aimed to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and encourage people to seek expert help.

The event was a huge success, attracting hundreds of people to each station. Many individuals opened up to Lion members about their mental health issues, and were subsequently directed to local NGO Parisar Asha’s centre for emotional wellbeing for further support and free therapy sessions.

This initiative is part of Lions International’s broader commitment to mental health and well-being, which includes ,
Awareness and Education: Providing resources and tools to educate people about mental health and reduce stigma.
Service Projects: Organizing service projects to support mental health initiatives and promote well-being.
Community Engagement Encouraging community involvement and support for mental health issues.

The initiative was led by the visionary leadership of District Governor Lion Manoj Babur
Supported by
Global Service Coordinator Lion Tasnim Harianawala
Global Focus Area – Mental Health Chairperson Lion Aarati Savur
District chairperson- Mental Health Dr Sumit Goel.