Updated On: 18 January, 2026 02:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
IIT Bombay hosted a two-day Manashakti Mind Gym exhibition as part of its Mental Strength Week celebrations, marking Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary. The interactive, non-screen activities promoted focus, mental strength and emotional wellbeing among students, faculty and staff

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In a significant step towards prioritising student mental wellbeing, IIT Bombay has become the first academic institute to organise a dedicated Mental Strength Week.
Mental Strength Week at IIT Bombay was held from January 12 to 18, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The week-long initiative at one of India’s top institutes aimed at promoting mental strength, focus and emotional balance within the academic community and witnessed participation from over 1,500 students over two days.