India reports sharp rise in suicides during pandemic | DW News

India battled a devastating second coronavirus wave earlier this year and is now seeing a rise in omicron cases. But India's COVID-19 pandemic hides another silent pandemic: suicide. Recently released figures show a 10% increase in suicides in 2020. Loss, grief and financial hardship are exacting a heavy emotional toll, but as this report shows, help is not far away.

***If you are suffering from serious emotional strain or suicidal thoughts, do not hesitate to seek professional help. You can find information on where to find such help, no matter where you live in the world, at this website: https://www.befrienders.org/

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