Padmaavat actor Deepika Padukone took to her social media feed on Wednesday and announced a new initiative with the aim to provide assistance to frontline workers in overcoming mental health issues amid the coronavirus pandemic. "Frontline workers have been the backbone of our country as we weather this pandemic. The Deepika Padukone Closet, which the actor launched in 2019, allows fans to shop from her hand-picked pieces through her official website. "We are proud to direct proceeds from The Deepika Padukone Closet towards mental health support of our country’s real heroes through our partnership with Sangath," the 35-year-old actor said. The sale proceeds from the The Deepika Padukone Closet will support free tele counselling for the frontline workers, facilitate weekly online sessions and access to mental health self care resources.

Source: Hindustan Times July 14, 2021 15:56 UTC