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India Today
10 hours ago
- Health
- India Today
One in 13 suicides in India in 2022 was of a student: Government data
Student suicides accounted for 7.6% of all suicides reported across the country in 2022. While this marked a slight drop from 8.0% in 2021 and 8.2% in 2020, the numbers still point to a deeply worrying trend. The data, drawn from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), was shared in the national parliament this week by the Minister of State for figures reveal more than just statistics. They show a burden silently carried by young minds, many of whom are struggling in ways that go departments, particularly the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, have stepped in with new efforts. One such step is the 'MANODARPAN' initiative, a programme offering psychological support through counselling helplines and live programme has already reached a large number of students across the this, the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) has been expanded to cover 767 focuses on suicide prevention and teaches life skills in both schools and colleges. Mental health is also being tied closely with addiction EFFORTS ADDRESS A GROWING CONCERNRecognising the rise of substance abuse among youth, the government has launched stronger anti-drug education bodies, including the University Grants Commission (UGC), have asked institutions to take responsibility for student well-being. The emphasis is now on physical fitness, mental strength, and emotional are encouraged to introduce sports, wellness programmes, and stress management activities on leading technical institutions have already started to respond. IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, and IIT Guwahati have begun workshops on mental resilience for students and teachers under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training are important steps. But what remains is the question of everyday care, how teachers, parents, and classmates can spot signs of distress, and how communities can support young people not just when they fall, but before they begin to is not just a policy issue. It is a quiet crisis that needs listening, not just planning.(WITH INPUTS FROM PTI)- Ends
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
India reports 7.6% student suicide rate in 2022, prompting stronger mental health initiatives
NEW DELHI: Student suicides made up 7.6 per cent of all suicide cases reported across India in 2022, showing a slight dip from 8.0 per cent in 2021 and 8.2 per cent in 2020, according to official data shared in Lok Sabha. Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar shared the data from Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) report published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) in response to a written question in the Lower House. The minister informed that multi-pronged measures were being rolled out to address the crisis, including psychological support for students, teachers and families. "The ministry of education's flagship programme, MANODARPAN, has reached lakhs of students through counselling helplines and live interactive sessions, while the ministry of health and family welfare's district mental health programme (DMHP) covers 767 districts with suicide prevention services and life skills training in schools and colleges," he said. Recognising the role of addiction as an emerging issue among youth, the Centre has intensified anti-drug campaigns alongside mental health outreach. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued advisories to higher education institutions to prioritise physical fitness, sports, student welfare and emotional well-being. Institutions like IIT-Madras, IIT-Delhi and IIT-Guwahati have begun conducting workshops on stress management and resilience under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme, he added. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
Student suicides 7.6% of all suicide cases across India, Education News, ETEducation
Advt New Delhi, Student suicides made up 7.6 per cent of all suicide cases reported across India in 2022, showing a slight dip from 8.0 per cent in 2021 and 8.2 per cent in 2020, according to official data shared in Lok Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar shared the data from Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) report published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) in response to a written question in the Lower minister informed that multi-pronged measures were being rolled out to address the crisis, including psychological support for students, teachers and families."The ministry of education's flagship programme, MANODARPAN, has reached lakhs of students through counselling helplines and live interactive sessions, while the ministry of health and family welfare's district mental health programme (DMHP) covers 767 districts with suicide prevention services and life skills training in schools and colleges," he the role of addiction as an emerging issue among youth, the Centre has intensified anti-drug campaigns alongside mental health outreach. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued advisories to higher education institutions to prioritise physical fitness, sports, student welfare and emotional like IIT-Madras, IIT-Delhi and IIT-Guwahati have begun conducting workshops on stress management and resilience under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme, he added.
News18
a day ago
- Health
- News18
Student suicides 7.6 pc of all suicide cases across India: MoS in LS
New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) Student suicides made up 7.6 per cent of all suicide cases reported across India in 2022, showing a slight dip from 8.0 per cent in 2021 and 8.2 per cent in 2020, according to official data shared in Lok Sabha. Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar shared the data from Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) report published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) in response to a written question in the Lower House. The minister informed that multi-pronged measures were being rolled out to address the crisis, including psychological support for students, teachers and families. 'The ministry of education's flagship programme, MANODARPAN, has reached lakhs of students through counselling helplines and live interactive sessions, while the ministry of health and family welfare's district mental health programme (DMHP) covers 767 districts with suicide prevention services and life skills training in schools and colleges," he said. Recognising the role of addiction as an emerging issue among youth, the Centre has intensified anti-drug campaigns alongside mental health outreach. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued advisories to higher education institutions to prioritise physical fitness, sports, student welfare and emotional well-being. view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 21:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
Student suicides dip slightly but mental health crisis deepens, shows NCRB data
Student suicides dip slightly but mental health crisis deepens, shows NCRB data NEW DELHI: Student suicides accounted for 7.6% of all suicide cases reported in India in 2022, a marginal decline from 8.0% in 2021 and 8.2% in 2020, according to the Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India (ADSI) report published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). But the dip offers little comfort as the data underscores a deepening mental health crisis, with states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh alone contributing nearly one-third of these tragedies. Experts and lawmakers warn that rising academic pressure, career uncertainty, loneliness, violence, substance abuse, and lack of family support are fuelling this alarming trend. Concerns are particularly acute in coaching hubs such as Kota, Rajasthan, where extreme competition and gruelling schedules have been linked to a spate of student deaths. The issue figured prominently in Parliament recently, with members demanding a commission to probe student suicides in Kota and elite institutions. The government, in a written reply to the Lok Sabha on Monday, admitted that despite educational reforms and mental health initiatives, 'extreme academic pressure' continues to push vulnerable students to the brink. Minister of state for education Sukanta Majumdar said multi-pronged measures were being rolled out to address the crisis, including psychological support for students, teachers, and families. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like My 4-year-old kidneys are failing, only you can help Donate For Health Donate Now Undo The ministry of education's flagship programme, MANODARPAN, has reached lakhs of students through counselling helplines and live interactive sessions, while the ministry of health and family welfare's district mental health programme (DMHP) covers 767 districts with suicide prevention services and life skills training in schools and colleges. Recognising the role of addiction as an emerging issue among youth, the Centre has intensified anti-drug campaigns alongside mental health outreach. UGC has issued advisories to higher education institutions to prioritise physical fitness, sports, student welfare, and emotional well-being. Institutions like IIT-Madras, IIT-Delhi, and IIT-Guwahati have begun conducting workshops on stress management and resilience under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme. In January 2024, the government also issued guidelines to regulate private coaching institutes, asking states to ensure mental health support, end batch segregation, and closely monitor student welfare.
