The main aim ofthe research project is to study the impact ofpositive psychology interventions to improve the mental health ofyouth from lower socio-economic backgrounds aged 12-14 years, primarily focusing on character strengths – kindness, gratitude, and hope. Moreover, these interventions are tailored to be delivered through arts-based methods like storytelling, theatre, and role-playing which have been culturally adapted to suit the target population. The effectiveness ofthis arts-based intervention will be compared to a control group that will deliver mental health literacy sessions. The study is conducted in two settings – formal schools and community spaces within the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) limits. An integral part of the project is the active engagement oftrained youth (18-25 years) throughout all stages of the research, right from the initial design to the intervention delivery.