Jun 05, 2024

Sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma: first musician to become a mental health advocate at UN

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Rishab Rikhiram Sharma is the first musician to join hands with the United Nations as a Mental Health Advocate.

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He shared, "Reflecting on the past four years of my journey in mental health advocacy, I am filled with a sense of humility, inspiration, and adventure."

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Rishab has been advocating for mental health with his initiative Sitar for Mental Health.

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This initiative promotes the healing energy of music to raise awareness about mental health.

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He believes, "Music has the incredible ability to touch our souls and provide solace in times of need."

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Rishab was a disciple of late Sitar maestro, Pandit Ravishankar.

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