Kota, September 12, 2023.
LISSUN, India’s foremost mental health platform, has taken a significant stride in addressing the pressing issue of rising student suicides by introducing a contextualized tech product as a vital component of its holistic outreach program dedicated to nurturing students’ mental and emotional well-being. This initiative aims to offer crucial support to students grappling with intense academic competition and exam pressure.
The concerning statistics on student suicides in Kota have raised alarms, with the count reaching a distressing 23 for the year, marking the highest figure since 2015. LISSUN recognizes the urgent need to tackle this crisis and has developed a comprehensive solution. The official launch of this vital service coincided with Kota city’s unveiling of its River Front Heritage site, graced by the honorable Mr. Tarumeet Singh Bedi, who is a renowned social activist and author from Kota. The launch event also featured Avinash Goyal from BL Residency Hostel, Bhavit Jain from Pragya Astha Hostel, Kirti Singh Songara, Vice President, Resonance, and Kundan Kumar, Centre Head of PW Vidyapeeth Kota who gathered for a press conference in Kota, India.
During the press conference, Dr. Krishna Veer Singh, Co-Founder & CEO of LISSUN, stated, “The gravity of the student suicide crisis in Kota cannot be overstated. With a troubling surge in student suicides, it is imperative to address this pressing issue. The mental well-being of these students is fundamental to their future success, and we must provide them with essential support and resources. By introducing our contexualized tech product for student mental and emotional wellness, we take a significant step toward ensuring that no student in our nation feels isolated in their struggles. We firmly believe that, together, we can rewrite the narrative of student well-being, and our commitment to this cause is unwavering.”
Mr. Tarumeet Singh Bedi, the honourable dignitary, expressed, “In a society that regards its youth as its most precious resource, safeguarding their mental health is a collective responsibility. LISSUN’s dedication to suicide prevention through its holistic outreach program is not just commendable, but essential for shaping a brighter future for our students. This initiative embodies hope, and I am proud to be a part of it.”
LISSUN’s holistic outreach program dedicated to nurturing students’ mental and emotional well-being was also presented to local authorities as a comprehensive approach to infuse a healing touch into the educational environment. The core objective of this offering is to extend support to students, coaching institutes, hostels, administrative bodies, and the community at large in the critical mission of suicide prevention.
With partnerships already established with approximately 25 prominent educational institutions, LISSUN has successfully aided over 25,000 students across India. The platform has demonstrated exceptional results in education hubs like Kota, Delhi-NCR, Pune, Jaipur and Lucknow, solidifying its position as a pivotal player in mental health within the educational sector. With this new tech product, LISSUN aims to revolutionize the landscape of mental health support, providing a lifeline to students grappling with academic pressures. The innovative features of this mental wellness product, including the enclosed courses , are poised to usher in a new era of proactive mental well-being in educational settings.
- 1:1 Personalized Emotional Strength Coaching
- Group Sessions with Qualified Experts
- Digital Self Help Tools and Assessments
- Emotional Wellness Assessments
- Regular Check-ins and Resource Sharing
