Actor Deepika Padukone has been selected as the first mental health ambassador of India. Her appointment will help widely disseminate awareness about mental health issues in India.

Actor Deepika Padukone, who is also the founder of The Live Love Laugh (LLL) Foundation, has been appointed as the first-ever ‘Mental Health Ambassador’ by the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW). This development marks an important step in building a more supportive mental health ecosystem in the country.

This appointment aims to strengthen India’s mental health support system and promote open conversations about well-being. Padukone’s selection underscores her active role in promoting mental health conversations through her foundation and personal journey.