MUMBAI, Oct. 12 -- The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) has initiated the recruitment of 30 temporary counsellors to strengthen mental health support for students, amid growing concerns over academic pressure, student well-being and campus conditions following the suicide of a second-year student and subsequent protests. The institute plans to recruit 26 counsellors and four senior counsellors through its Student Wellness Centre. It is also considering providing separate hostel rooms to at least 10 of the selected counsellors, allowing them to stay on campus and potentially improve access to support for students living in hostels. According to a recruitment advertisement published on the institute's website, interviews will be held between October 12 and 18, with appointments expected to begin from October 15. Interested candidates can apply online until October 17. The counsellors will work with undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students, offering counselling to those dealing with emotional distress and mental health concerns. Their responsibilities will also include identifying students who require additional assistance and referring them for further support or treatment wherever necessary. For the four senior counsellor positions, candidates must have at least 10 years of experience. Preference will be given to applicants who have worked with teenagers and young adults, residential educational institutions, and students navigating difficult circumstances. Knowledge of Indian languages other than English and Hindi may also be considered an advantage....