More than 100 college students took part in a suicide prevention awareness rally organised by Bishop Heber College in Tiruchirappalli on Wednesday to mark World Suicide Prevention Day.

Carrying placards with messages on mental health and emotional well-being, the students sought to highlight the importance of seeking timely professional and social support during periods of emotional distress.

Rally Held Through Puthur Area

The awareness rally began at the Bishop Heber College campus and proceeded through Puthur Four Road before returning to the college.

Students used the event to spread messages focused on suicide prevention, mental well-being and the need to seek support when experiencing emotional distress.

The initiative also aimed to encourage greater awareness and open conversations around mental health.

College Holds Awareness Pledge

Earlier, students and professors of Bishop Heber College participated in a pledge-taking ceremony as part of the World Suicide Prevention Day observance.

The participants reaffirmed the importance of suicide prevention and promoting greater awareness about mental health.

The college’s initiatives were aimed at reinforcing the message that people experiencing emotional distress should reach out for appropriate support.

Focus On Awareness And Timely Support

The awareness drive sought to address the importance of recognising emotional distress and seeking help without delay.

It also focused on reducing the stigma surrounding conversations about suicide and mental health.

Organisers encouraged people to speak openly about mental well-being and seek professional or social support when needed.

World Suicide Prevention Day Observed On September 10

World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on September 10 to raise awareness about suicide prevention and promote mental health and emotional well-being.

The observance seeks to encourage open discussions about mental health, address the stigma associated with suicide and underline the importance of timely support for people experiencing emotional distress.

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