Nine per cent of students report suicidal thoughts, finds Supreme Court-appointed panel’s survey
A nationwide survey by the National Task Force found 15% of students felt overwhelmed or distressed and 9% reported suicidal thoughts in the past six months, ahead of its final report due on October 31
A nationwide survey conducted by the Supreme Court-appointed panel examining student suicides has found that 9% of students in higher education institutions report experiencing suicidal thoughts. The survey, which polled over 2.43 lakh students, reveals that 15% of respondents felt overwhelmed or distressed in the past six months, while a significant 56% expressed trust in their institution's administration to handle serious issues fairly.
The survey also highlights the prevalence of issues such as social discrimination, sexual harassment, gender discrimination, caste identification, and faculty-related concerns in medical and engineering colleges.
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