At an age when many young people are still shaping their paths, 18-year-old Shaina Mittal has emerged as a powerful example of youth leadership and social responsibility. She donated ₹1 lakh, raised through a fundraiser she organised, to Vatsal Chaya Trust to support its Sakushal Project, which promotes mental health awareness.
A Chandigarh resident, Shaina presented the donation at the NGO’s Panchkula office and reaffirmed her belief that success carries true meaning only when it contributes to the well-being of society.
“I had promised that the profit generated from the fundraiser would go towards the Sakushal Project. I am happy to have honoured that commitment,” Shaina Mittal said.
She raised the funds through a special Christmas fundraiser held in December last year, designed to spark conversations around the increasing mental health challenges faced by today’s youth. After covering operational costs, she dedicated the entire remaining amount to the cause.
Drawing from her personal experiences, Shaina shared that her time studying in the United States exposed her to loneliness and anxiety, which shaped her initiative. After returning to Chandigarh, she transformed those challenges into purpose by launching her event management venture, Reveliq Events, while continuing to advocate for mental health awareness.
Shaina pointed out that fast-paced, social media-driven lifestyles often leave young people emotionally vulnerable, making open conversations about mental well-being more important than ever. Through the Sakushal Project, she will work closely with Vatsal Chaya Trust founder Sangeeta Vardhan to organise year-long podcasts, webinars, and awareness programmes in schools and colleges, both online and offline turning concern into meaningful action.
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