Our mission
Breaking the stigma, one man at a time
Summit exists to create a safe, judgment-free space where Indian men can be honest about what they're going through — and find the support they need to get through it.
We believe that seeking help is not weakness. It is the most courageous thing a man can do. And we've built a platform that makes it as easy and safe as possible.
"Men are taught from an early age that vulnerability is weakness. We're here to prove the opposite."
— Vikrant Yadav, Founder
Our vision
A world where no Indian man suffers in silence
Mental health is treated the same as physical health — without shame or stigma.
Every man has access to a trusted community and licensed professional support.
Cultural pressures and family expectations no longer prevent men from seeking help.
Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi — mental health conversations happen in every language.
The problem
Why we can't stay silent
The data on men's mental health in India is alarming. These are not just numbers — they represent real men, real families, and real lives that can be changed.
75%
Of all suicides in India are men
1 in 8
Men live with a mental health condition
4 in 5
Men who need help never seek it
The gap
India has fewer than 0.3 psychiatrists per 1,00,000 people. Most mental health services are urban, expensive, and not designed for men. Cultural expectations of masculinity — "be strong," "don't cry," "handle it yourself" — mean most men don't even consider asking for help.
Our solution
A platform designed specifically for Indian men — combining peer community, affordable licensed therapy (from ₹799), crisis support, and self-help resources. Available in 12+ languages, accessible from any smartphone, and built around Indian cultural context.
How we work
Our core values
Safe & Confidential
Anonymous by default. Military-grade encryption. What you share stays here, always.
Evidence-Based
Every resource, tool, and therapist on Summit is clinically reviewed by NIMHANS-trained professionals.
Culturally Aware
Built for Indian men — understanding family pressures, career expectations, and the stigma we grew up with.
Community-Led
Peer support is at our core. Real men sharing real stories — because you deserve to feel understood.
Our journey
One man noticed the gap.
So he built something.
2025
The gap becomes clear
After years of watching Indian men silently struggle — at work, at home, and in their own heads — the idea for Summit takes shape.
Early 2026
Summit is built
The full platform goes live: peer community, therapy booking, crisis resources, and self-help tools — all designed specifically for Indian men.
2026 Goal
First 500 men supported
Our goal for this year: help 500 men start honest conversations about their mental health. No shame. No judgment.
Vision
A movement, not just a product
We want every Indian man to know that asking for help is strength. Summit is just the beginning of that conversation.
Partners & advisors
Backed by India's best mental health institutions
We work closely with India's leading mental health organisations to ensure every piece of content, every therapist, and every tool on Summit meets the highest clinical standards.
NIMHANS
National Institute of Mental Health
TISS
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
iCall
Psychosocial Helpline
Vandrevala
Foundation for Mental Health
RCI
Rehabilitation Council of India
AASRA
Suicide Prevention
The founder
Built by someone who gets it
Summit is an independent project — built by one person, for millions of men across India who are told to just "man up" when they're struggling.
Vikrant Yadav
Founder & CEO
Built Summit because he couldn't find a safe space for Indian men to talk honestly about what they're going through. Believes vulnerability is strength, and that no man should have to figure it out alone.
Join our mission
Together, we can change the conversation around men's mental health in India. Whether you're here for yourself, or to help someone you love — you're in the right place.