Mumbai | July 23, 2025 – In a powerful move toward cultivating a more compassionate and emotionally resilient campus, K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM) officially launched SAHARA — a student-led initiative focused on mental wellness and holistic wellbeing.
The on-campus event brought together students, faculty, wellness experts, and mental health professionals in what was described as “not just a launch, but a mindset shift.”
🌱 What is SAHARA?
SAHARA stands for Support, Awareness, Healing, Acceptance, Resilience, and Action — the core values guiding the initiative. Designed as a safe and inclusive space, SAHARA encourages open conversations, emotional support, and access to tools that help students and staff manage their mental health effectively.
The SAHARA team, made up of faculty mentors and student council members from fields such as law, social sciences, and psychology, brings a well-rounded, interdisciplinary approach to the initiative.
🎙️ Leadership Voices on Mental Wellness
Speaking at the event, Prof. Raman Ramachandran, Director of KJSIM, shared:
“We often perceive our struggles as weaknesses — something to hide. At KJSIM, your challenges are as important as your achievements. With SAHARA, you now have a safe, discreet space to seek support when you need it.”
The initiative is led by Ms. Arti Bhargava, Senior Manager & Head – Admin and Operations, who presented SAHARA’s key offerings:
- Confidential counselling with trained professionals
- Access to a digital wellness app via Phybercare
- A year-long calendar of awareness workshops and wellness campaigns
📱 Technology-Enabled Wellness with Phybercare
KJSIM has partnered with Phybercare, a secure, tech-enabled mental wellness platform. Through the Phybercare mobile app, students and faculty can:
- Book counselling sessions confidentially
- Access curated self-care resources
- Track their emotional health journey in real-time
Mr. Himanshu Vyas, Founder & Director of Phyber, conducted a live demo of the app and emphasized its broader impact:
“We are redefining campus health infrastructure. Phyber unifies physical, mental, and preventive care to make student wellbeing a continuous, integrated experience.”
👥 SAHARA Wellness Team & Year-Round Programming
KJSIM has also assembled a dedicated Wellness Team, including trained counsellors, faculty coordinators, and student volunteers. Together, they will organize:
- Stress management and mindfulness workshops
- Resilience and emotional wellbeing campaigns
- Peer-led support groups and safe sharing spaces
🏫 About K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM):
Ranked among the Top 25 B-Schools and Top 10 Private B-Schools in India, KJSIM is committed to nurturing value-based, purpose-driven leaders. Located in Mumbai, the institute fosters a transformative learning environment focused on academic excellence and holistic personal growth.
🔗 For more information, visit: kjsim.somaiya.edu
