Study of Suicide Among Coaching Students in Kota Rajasthan

Suicide represents a significant cause of mortality in India; however, the estimated suicide rates derived from the national crime records bureau are not dependable. The current suicide rate in India stands at 10.3 per lakh. Over the past 30 years, this rate has risen by 43%, while the male-to-female ratio has remained consistent at 1.4:1. Kota, a renowned coaching hub in India, is experiencing a daily influx of students. These students are arriving from various states, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this study is describing the risk factors and different methods adopted for suicide, along with age sociodemographic profile in education city Kota by coaching students. It is a descriptive type of observational study. GMC Kota and attached group of hospitals were used during the study period. Hanging was reported as common methods to commit suicides. Males were more commonly involved (81.5%). National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirants were involved which was more than 92.59%. Students from Uttar Pradesh were most commonly involved which was 37.03%. There is a notably higher prevalence of stress among male coaching students compared to their female counterparts. Additionally, 17-year-old students are more susceptible to suicidal tendencies, with factors such as academic pressure, financial difficulties, romantic failures and a lack of interest in studies contributing to this issue. Students are resorting to straightforward methods, such as hanging, to commit suicide.