London - Actor Darasing Khurana has embarked on his role as the Commonwealth Year of Youth Champion, prioritizing mental health initiatives after engaging in discussions with Queen Camilla and Secretary-General Baroness Patricia Scotland in London.

Khurana, 32, established the Pause.Breathe.Talk Foundation following the tragic passing of his friend and fellow actor Sushant Singh Rajput, aiming to make therapy affordable and accessible to youth. He shared his plans with Queen Camilla during Commonwealth Day, receiving her support for his endeavors.

Expressing determination to address the mental health crisis among young people, Khurana emphasized the need for a better balance with technology and aims to implement a Commonwealth-wide program. He highlighted a drastic decline in patience levels and a rise in anxiety, attributed to excessive use of electronics and social media.

Khurana's multifaceted approach includes collaborating with Dr. Rekha Chaudhri to promote a lifestyle change and integrate technology balance education into the school curriculum across Commonwealth countries. Additionally, he plans to organize interfaith events and promote sustainable fashion, leveraging his influence as an actor and model.

As a Commonwealth Year of Youth Champion, Khurana joins Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, in advocating for the youth across the 56 member countries. The extension of the Year of Youth underscores the commitment to addressing youth issues, culminating in the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Apia, Samoa.