Inside India’s suicide crisis, where metros lead in deaths of despair

India's major cities face alarming mental health strain, with Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai reporting high suicide numbers and rates according to NCRB 2024 data. Family stress, unemployment, and emotional pressures are identified as leading causes, highlighting an urgent need for improved mental health infrastructure and support systems.

By RK LAXMI, KHUSHI BHUTA, AJAY TOMAR