• Purpose of Mental Well-Being Clubs & Centres

Mental well-being clubs & centres in Idyllic Institute of Management are designed to promote emotional health, create a safe space for students, and encourage open dialogue about mental & physical health challenges. It works to break the mental illness, offering peer support, educational resources, and self-care strategies. Through their initiatives, these clubs aim to help students recognize the importance of mental health and seek help when needed.

• Key Activities

These Clubs and Centres organizes a wide range of activities, events, and resources to support students in their mental health journey:

Peer Counseling and Assistance:

These clubs & centres provide peer-led support groups where students can share their experiences, challenges, and coping strategies in a safe, non-judgmental environment. These clubs & centres can help students feel understood and connected, and provide a sense of solidarity in navigating mental health struggles. Hostel Canteen, Atrium, Garden Areas are perfect places to relax and problem solution.

Workshops and Seminars

Under these clubs & centres we organize workshops on topics such as stress management, mindfulness, time management, coping mechanisms, and self-care techniques. Expert speakers, including counselors, psychologists, and wellness coaches, are invited to educate students on maintaining mental well-being and recognizing the signs of mental health issues.

Mindfulness and Relaxation Sessions

To combat stress and promote relaxation, these clubs & centres offer guided mindfulness sessions, meditation, yoga classes and breathing exercises. These practices are designed to help students to improve their emotional regulation, focus and overall sense of calm.

Social and Recreational Activities

The Holistic Club and The Sports Club also involved in social event to relax and bond over shared interests. These includes movie nights, art therapy sessions, or creative activities like Eco-friendly ‘Ganesh’ making invites creation. Engaging in fun, stress-free activities allows students to unwind and form meaningful connections with peer group.

Mental Health Awareness Campaigns

These clubs & centres run campaigns to raise awareness about mental health issues, promote resources on campus, and encourage students to seek help when needed. These campaigns includes social media outreach, poster displays, and student panels, aiming to educate and normalize conversations around mental health in association with sister concern Indore Nursing College.

1. “चाणक्य”- The Scholarly Club

“चाणक्य”- The Scholarly Club focuses on fostering intellectual growth, academic engagement, and scholarly discussion among students. This club aims to create an environment where intellectual curiosity is nurtured and academic achievements are celebrated. It serves as a bridge between classroom learning and real-world applications, helping students grow not just academically but also professionally. The objective of the club is:

• Promoting Academic Excellence
• Discussion and Debate
• Competitions and Community Outreach

Overall …. Mental Well-being activities organized by this club.

2. “संपूर्ण”– The Holistic Development Club

“संपूर्ण”- The Holistic Development Club focuses on the overall growth of students, going beyond just academics. The club works on several aspects of student life and development, aiming to nurture skills and qualities that contribute to personal and professional success. This club aims to create well-rounded individuals who are prepared to succeed not just academically, but also in life beyond college. Here are some key areas the club focuses on:

• Leadership Skills
• Personal Growth & Well-being
• Soft Skills Development
• Community Engagement & Social Responsibility
• Career Development & Networking
• Sustainability Initiatives.

3. “जोश”- The Sports Club

This club encourages students to participate in both competitive and recreational sports. These activities provides facilities, resources, and programs for individuals who are interested in participating in sports, fitness, and recreational activities. In essence, sports club is designed to create a supportive environment for athletes and enthusiasts alike, allowing them to pursue their passions, improve their skills, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The activities organized by the sports club goes beyond just organizing events; it includes:

• Promoting Physical Activity
• Team Building
• Cooperation
• Keen Observation
• Health and Fitness
• Inclusion
• Organizing Events and Competitions:

• Hosting Events: Sports club organizes IPL, Pro-Kabbadi, Kridasathal, charity events, friendly matches for local teams.
• Promoting Sportsmanship and Mental Well-being:

1. Mental Health Support: Emphasizing the importance of mental health in athletes, providing support for managing stress, competition anxiety, and mental recovery after injuries.
2. Sportsmanship: Fostering an environment where respect, fair play, and teamwork are prioritized.

Following are the activities and centres involved in promoting mental well-being in Idyllic Institute of Management:

4. “मार्गदर्शन”- The Counselling Centre

“मार्गदर्शन”- The Counselling Centre is established with the objectives to identify students’ mental, emotional, and psychological issues and provide the solution for overall well-being. This centre provides safe, confidential space where students can talk to trained counselors/psychologists about a variety of issues they may face during their academic and personal lives.

• Empathically Development
• Holistic Development
• Mental Health Awareness
• Prevention
• Academic Success
• Well-being and Balance

4. “आराधना भवन”- The Centre for IKS

The Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) is need of hour to promote traditional Indian wisdom, practices, and methodologies that contribute to mental well-being. Integrated within mental well-being clubs, it offers a holistic approach to fostering emotional health, cognitive stability, and overall wellness. The centre explores and revives the timeless techniques found in Indian philosophy, spirituality, and health systems to help individuals achieve balance, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. The primary purpose is to bridge the gap between ancient Indian knowledge and modern mental health practices. The Centre aims to:

• Promote Holistic Wellness
• Research and Documentation
• Community Support
• Advocacy and Education

One of the central components of this centre within mental well-being clubs is the practice of Yoga and Meditation Session, Mindfulness and Self-Awareness Workshops, Counseling and Support Systems program etc.

2. Student Mentoring activities include

1. Student Counselling          
2. Training the faculty to identify student psychological issues
3. Availability of trained counsellors

(a) Student Counselling

“दीक्षा” – Mentor-Mentee Program

At Idyllic Institute of Management, Student Counselling is a vital support system designed to guide students through academic, emotional, social, and personal challenges. In today’s fast-paced and demanding environment, students face stress, anxiety, confusion about career paths, or struggles with relationships and self-esteem. Counselling provides a safe, confidential, and supportive space where students can express themselves and seek guidance.
In the Institution, the student-centric mentoring initiative titled “दीक्षा” has been designed and implemented as a structured support mechanism under the institute’s commitment to holistic student development. The program is aligned with the vision of providing academic, emotional, and professional guidance to students enrolled in UG and PG degree programs.
“दीक्षा” functions as a bridge between students and faculty, where assigned faculty members act as mentors, and students are grouped as mentees under their supervision. Each mentor is assigned a manageable number of students to ensure personalized interaction, effective monitoring, and sustained mentoring outcomes.
The program aims to address various challenges faced by students, including:

• Career-related concerns
• Skill development
• Learning difficulties
• Behavioral and emotional challenges
• Interpersonal communication problems

To further support students, the program includes various initiatives such as peer mentoring, career counseling sessions, academic progress tracking, and skill development workshops. These efforts have led to noticeable improvements in students’ confidence, academic performance, and career preparedness. While challenges like time constraints and varying student engagement exist, the overall impact has been overwhelmingly positive. With continued focus on mentor training, better coordination, and structured feedback, the mentoring program stands as a strong foundation for nurturing responsible, capable, and future-ready individuals.
“दीक्षा” not only fosters a sense of belongingness and safety but also promotes a culture of positive mental health, academic excellence, and emotional resilience. It empowers students to take charge of their academic and personal growth, while mentors receive training to handle issues sensitively and effectively.
The effectiveness of the program is evaluated periodically through feedback forms, mentor-mentee reports, and academic performance reviews, ensuring continuous improvement. “दीक्षा” has become an integral part of the academic ecosystem of the institute and contributes meaningfully to enhancing the overall student satisfaction, retention, and success rate.
Idyllic’s “दीक्षा”- Mentor Mentee Program and “मार्गदर्शन”- The Counselling Centre are key components of our teaching strategy to enhance student employability by DMIT, NLP, Grapho, Psychometric and Industry Readiness Test. “मार्गदर्शन”- The Counselling Centre is established with the objectives to identify students’ mental, emotional, and psychological issues and provide the solution for overall well-being.

(b) Training the Faculty to identify student Psychological Issues

In today’s dynamic academic environment, students face numerous psychological pressures stemming from academic expectations, social challenges, personal identity struggles, and post-pandemic mental health impacts. At Idyllic Institute of Management, training program is designed to equip faculty with the necessary skills to identify early signs of psychological issues, respond empathetically, and refer students to appropriate support services. Following are the objectives to train the faculty to identify student psychological Issues:

• Awareness
• General Appearance and Behaviour
• Speech
• Mood and Affect
• Identification
• Communication
• Referral
• Prevention

As part of its commitment to student-centric education and emotional well-being, Idyllic Institute of Management has initiated structured faculty training sessions. These sessions are conducted in collaboration with internal as well as external professional counsellors to prepare faculty members for their role as effective mentors and student counsellors.
The training focuses on enabling faculty to understand and address the emotional and physical changes that undergraduate student’s experience-ranging from stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem to behavioral and learning challenges. A core component of the program involves training the faculty to identify psychological issues in students at an early stage and respond with appropriate support or referral.

Sessions cover key areas such as developmental psychology, active listening, empathetic communication, and creating a non-judgmental support environment. Faculty are also trained to detect warning signs of mental distress and guide students dealing with academic pressure, communication gaps, and personal difficulties.

(c) Availability of trained counsellors

The presence of trained counsellors in academic institutions is increasingly vital as students face a wide range of emotional, psychological, and academic pressures. Students are experiencing heightened levels of stress, anxiety, peer pressure, identity struggles, and career-related uncertainty. At Idyllic Institute of Management, trained counsellors support the students’ mental well-being, helping them manage personal and academic challenges, and promoting a healthy learning environment. Along with all the regular faculty members are also trained to identify and help the psychology needs. Following is the list of trained counsellors: