Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Suicide Prevention Urged in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
Suicide is a big problem in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Many people, especially farmers and students, are feeling very sad and hopeless.
The government and schools can help by teaching people how to handle stress and by providing counselling.
Farmers need help with their debts and better seeds.
Students need support to deal with pressure.
There is a helpline called 104 that people can call if they are feeling suicidal.
A movie called 'September-10' can also help people understand how to stay hopeful and overcome suicidal thoughts.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have high suicide rates, with 10,975 and 8,302 cases respectively.
Farmers are vulnerable due to debt and failed crops, needing government support for better seeds and fertilizers.
Students face immense pressure, requiring counselling services in educational institutions.
Community and religious leaders can play a crucial role in reducing stigma and promoting help-seeking behavior.
A 24x7 suicide prevention helpline ‘104’ is available in Telangana for immediate support.
- Who
- People in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, especially farmers and students
- What
- Suicide prevention measures and awareness
- When
- Ongoing, with urgent need for action
- Where
- Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To address the rising suicide rates and provide support to vulnerable individuals
Proactive Prevention Measures
Structural and Systemic Issues
Role of Government and Institutions
Proactive Prevention Measures
Government and educational institutions should implement life-skills education, stress management, and counselling services to prevent suicides.
Structural and Systemic Issues
Structural issues like mounting debt among farmers and performance pressure on students need to be addressed to prevent suicides.
- Suicide Rates
- Telangana: 10,975, Andhra Pradesh: 8,302 (NCRB data)
- Prevention Helpline
- 24x7 suicide prevention helpline ‘104’ in Telangana
- Film for Awareness
- Award-winning Telugu film ‘September-10’ for suicide prevention
- Key Vulnerable Groups
- Farmers and students
- Prevention Strategies
- Life-skills education, stress management, counselling, community support