India’s National Suicide Prevention Strategy: A Comprehensive Approach to Reduce Suicide Rates by 2030
By Dr. Jash Ajmera
2/3/2025
Overview
Launched in 2022, India’s National Suicide Prevention Strategy aims to reduce suicide rates by 10% by 2030. It focuses on mental health service capacity, reducing access to means, and promoting commun...
Key Goals of the Strategy
The strategy’s primary goal is to reduce suicide mortality in India by 10% by 2030, in alignment with the global objectives set by the WHO. To achieve this, the framework is divided into short-term an...
Statistical Overview and Scope of the Problem
India has one of the highest suicide rates in the world. According to data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), in 2021:...
Training and Capacity Building
A critical part of the strategy is the focus on training and capacity-building for healthcare providers. The aim is to ensure that frontline workers, including general practitioners, mental health pro...
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