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Versova police save man from suicide in Mumbai
The Versova police saved a 40-year-old man from a suicide attempt in Andheri West on Sunday after a domestic dispute with his wife. A neighbour alerted the police control room at 12.42…
The Story in Brief
The Versova police saved a 40-year-old man from a suicide attempt in Andheri West on Sunday after a domestic dispute with his wife. A neighbour alerted the police control room at 12.42 pm, and a team reached the spot within five minutes. They broke into the house, administered CPR, and revived the man. He was taken to Cooper Hospital for treatment and later discharged after being counselled. The police did not disclose his name.
The Indian Opinion
The Versova police's swift action is praiseworthy, but the narrative often stops at the rescue. The underlying domestic dispute and mental health crisis are rarely addressed. Some may blame the victim or the partner, but the real issue is lack of accessible counselling. The test will be whether the police or local authorities provide sustained follow-up. How many suicide attempt cases in Mumbai this year have had post-rescue counselling?
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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