India, April 8 -- On April 6, 2025, tragedy struck Kochi's tech corridor. A 23-year-old software engineer working at a local IT firm, Jacob Thomas, died by suicide, reportedly unable to cope with overwhelming work pressure.

While this young man's story made headlines, it's far from an isolated incident. It's part of a disturbing trend where rising numbers of employees, particularly in high-pressure industries like tech and finance, are succumbing not just to burnout but to despair.

India was ranked 48th out of 100 countries in the 2024 Global Work- Life Balance Index, far below global standards. The index considered multiple factors such as average work hours, commute time, vacation days, mental health support, and overall happiness.

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