SaralnamaIIT Kharagpur appointed 10 new counsellors. They will interact with students and researchers to identify mental distress. This follows five suspected student suicides since January. The counsellors will move around campus, talking to students as friends. They aim to spot signs of stress early. IIT KGP already has a 24/7 counselling helpline and a mobile app called 'Setu'. Director Suman Chakraborty said overthinking affects some youth, making them anxious about exams and careers. The institute recently observed World Suicide Prevention Day. It's committed to creating a supportive environment for all students. (Updated 23 Sep 2025, 08:00 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- IIT Kharagpur appointed 10 new counsellors
- They will interact with students and researchers to identify mental distress
- This follows five suspected student suicides since January