P.R.No.745

Tamil Nadu promise ledger

P.R.No.745·1 May 2026·governance

Health Department Renews Tele-Counselling Helpline Push Ahead of NEET

The Health Department reiterated that students can access free mental health tele-counselling round the clock via the "Nanbudan Ungal Naadu" scheme by calling the toll-free numbers 14416 or 104, ahead of the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) for medical admissions scheduled for 3 May 2026 (Sunday). Trained counsellors and doctors provide the service at no cost to students and parents.

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Arunraj Dr. K.G.

Minister for Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare

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linkDirectorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Chennai

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PRESS RELEASE

To receive mental health counselling under the Tamil Nadu Government's "Natpudan Ungal Naadu" (Your State Stands With You In Friendship) scheme, call the toll-free helpline numbers 14416 or 104.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for admission to medical degree courses is scheduled to be held on 03.05.2026 (Sunday).

In order to safeguard the mental strength and mental well-being of students, the Government of Tamil Nadu continues to provide mental health counselling over the telephone through its "Natpudan Ungal Naadu" scheme.

Therefore, students and parents who require Tele Counselling may, without hesitation, contact the helpline numbers 14416 or 104 to receive mental health counselling without fail.

This free service is provided round the clock (24 hours) by trained mental health counsellors and doctors.

Issued By: Director, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9

Issued By: Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Chennai