Kota Sees 50% Drop in Student Suicides

CosmicTaco · 2024-12-29T22:10:01.013988+05:30

- Kota district reports a 50% decline in student suicides in 2024 compared to 2023, with 17 cases this year versus 26 last year. - Measures like strict guidelines for coaching institutes, gate-keeper training, and SOS Help services credited for the reduction. - Despite the positive trend, coaching centers face reduced business due to negative publicity and new regulations. Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/student-suicides-in-kota-fell-by-50-says-city-dm-101735469004418.html), [Abp News](https://news.abplive.com/cities/kota-student-suicide-cases-reduced-by-50-compared-to-last-year-claims-administration-1740583), [Ndtv](https://www.ndtv.com/jaipur-news/50-decline-in-student-suicides-in-kota-compared-to-last-year-7356177)

Kota district reports a 50% decline in student suicides in 2024 compared to 2023, with 17 cases this year versus 26 last year.
Measures like strict guidelines for coaching institutes, gate-keeper training, and SOS Help services credited for the reduction.
Despite the positive trend, coaching centers face reduced business due to negative publicity and new regulations.

Source: Hindustan Times, Abp News, Ndtv