Pashe Achhi: Free Mental-Health Support After the 2024 Crisis

In the weeks following the July–August 2024 mass uprising, many people across Bangladesh were left coping with stress, anxiety, depression, and panic. In response, Chum Wellness joined a national coalition to launch “Pashe Achhi” (পাশে আছি — “we are by your side”), a community mental-health initiative offering free support to those affected.

A coalition for the moment

Pashe Achhi was a joint initiative of Psycoach Bangladesh, Mental Health Professionals for Bangladesh (MHPB), and Chum Wellness. Together, a team of over 35 psychologists volunteered to provide free mental-health care for two months from August 2024. The work was supervised by Saima Akhtar (Psycoach Bangladesh), Zohora Parveen (MHPB), and Rafiul Islam (Chum Wellness).

Why it mattered

The country was witnessing real socio-psychological strain — heightened stress, reduced tolerance, and widespread distress. The goal of Pashe Achhi was simple: help affected people rebuild their mental strength, find practical coping strategies, and gradually return to everyday life with hope for the future. As MHPB convener Zohora Parveen put it, “It is very necessary to know some psychological strategies to carry on and gradually revive stalled life.”

Chum Wellness’ role

For Chum Wellness, Pashe Achhi reflects what we stand for: making compassionate, professional mental-health support accessible when people need it most. “We hope those taking emotional support from Pashe Achhi will overcome their stress and become optimistic about the future,” said Rafiul Islam of Chum Wellness, who also invited other organisations to join the effort.

In the news

The launch of Pashe Achhi was covered across national media:

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