India, Feb. 5 -- The alleged suicide of a second-year student at IIT Bombay on Wednesday has once again brought to the fore concerns about mental health support for students. Soon after the incident, the institute administration sent an email to students with details about one-on-one counselling services and support systems, and urged those in distress to seek help.

Wednesday's suicide is all the more alarming as IIT Bombay has been paying attention to mental health after the death of student Darshan Solanki in February 2023, which prompted the IIT council to issue guidelines aimed at improving mental wellness on campuses.

Data obtained under the Right to Information Act shows student suicides are rising at IITs. Between 2021 and 2025, ...