Find the right support.
For substance-use support and guidance, call 14446. For an immediate emergency, call 112. Both are external services.
EXTERNAL · GOVERNMENT OF INDIADrug de-addiction
helpline
14446 A toll-free national helpline for substance-use support and guidance, listed by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
Ask about services near you, language availability, next steps and any costs. Confirm current arrangements directly.
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What this website can offer
Educational resources, conversation guides and links to named external organisations.
What needs a professional
Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and medication decisions belong with qualified clinicians. This website is not a counselling or crisis service.
If someone is in immediate medical danger, seek urgent help through local emergency services or the nearest emergency department.
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