IIT Bombay launched a self- help website to enhance emotional wellbeing of its students

Union Minister of State for Education Sanjay Dhotre launched a self-help website “Bandhu” for students of IIT Bombay in the presence of Director of IIT Bombay Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri.

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Bandhu has been designed in conjunction with the counsellors at IIT Bombay along with external experts.

It addresses challenges ranging from adjustment to college life, academic stress, and mental health. Bandhu has curated reads, motivational alumni journeys, expert podcasts and tools for self-exploration.

Project Bandhu was initiated by alumni of the Class of 1992, as a part of their silver jubilee reunion in 2017.

They pledged to support IIT Bombay and help students enhance their emotional well-being. The self-help website is one of the first steps in this direction.