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Rising Suicides Among Men

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MAY 20, 2025 ISSUE

The data from the National Crime Records Bureau has shown that in 2022, men accounted for 72 percent of all suicide deaths in India, a sobering reflection of a crisis that has long remained on the margins of public discourse.

Suicide, no doubt, is a complex issue influenced by multiple factors, but the stark gender imbalance cries for attention.

At the heart of the matter lies a deeply ingrained societal expectation: that men must remain stoic, resilient, and emotionally contained. These notions often carry into adulthood, leaving many men ill-equipped to cope with psychological distress. The consequences are visible: rising cases of depression, substance abuse, and, tragically, suicide.

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