Suicides in K’taka higher among men than women, family issues, debt, illness major factors: NCRB
Bengaluru: In a concerning development, 29 men died by suicide every day in Karnataka in 2023, according to the latest report from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Family disputes, illness, mental health issues, substance abuse, and debts were identified as the leading causes.
The report, cited by Deccan Herald, reveals that the number of male suicides has been steadily increasing over the past five years. Between 2018 and 2023, Karnataka recorded a total of 63,539 suicides, of which 48,125 were men and 15,400 were women.
The NCRB data shows that nearly 13,330 suicides occurred in the state in 2023 alone, with men accounting for 10,232 and women for 3,091. Suicides among rural men are notably higher than in urban areas, the data indicates.
Neeraj Shanthakumar, a men’s rights activist, emphasised the lack of emotional support available to men, noting that many face the stigma of being unable to express vulnerability. "The actual issue is that a majority of men do not get a shoulder to cry on. There are no platforms or dedicated helplines for counseling," DH quoted him as saying.
Shanthakumar pointed out that though the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, has been introduced by the government, it has not been implemented yet.
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India moving towards becoming global economic powerhouse: Kovind
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Amritsar (PTI): Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said that with digital transformation, economic reforms and a strong focus on the ease of doing business, India is moving towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.
He was speaking after inaugurating the 19th edition of the Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar.
The former president said that this 19th edition of PITEX is being organised at a time when India is recognised as one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the event organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) the former president, while referring to Punjab, said the state is a living example of courage, sacrifice and enterprise.
"The spiritual light of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) inspires peace and humanity across the world. The heritage of Punjab is deep and inspiring," Kovind said, according to a statement issued by the PITEX.
The former president congratulated the PHDCCI for hosting the 19th edition of PITEX and suggested that the chamber should expand PITEX outside Punjab.
He proposed that a similar event should also be held in New Delhi.
