Work pressure or personal problems? 5 policemen committed suicide within 12 days in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal: The continuous incidents of suicide in Madhya Pradesh Police Department have increased the concern of the administration and the police department. The cases of five policemen committing suicide in the last 12 days have raised serious questions about the mental health, work pressure and personal problems of the policemen.

Constable commits suicide in Gwalior

The latest case is from Dabra City police station area of ​​Gwalior district. Constable Raghavendra Tomar posted here committed suicide by hanging himself in his official residence. It is being told that some time before the incident he had made a video call to his wife.

According to family members, he said goodbye to his wife for the last time on the call and then took this step. When his call was not answered for a long time, the family informed the policemen. Colleagues who reached the spot found him hanging. Police have registered the case and started investigation.

Other cases reported in recent days

In the last few days, such incidents have also been reported from different districts of the state. In Mandla, a constable committed suicide due to alleged blackmailing. In Guna, a female constable hanged herself in the police quarter. In Chhindwara, the body of a female head constable was found under suspicious circumstances in her house. In Umaria, a sub-inspector shot himself with his service revolver.

Questions raised on mental health

These continuous incidents have drawn attention towards the increasing tension and mental pressure within the police department. Policemen have to constantly juggle long hours of duty, family responsibilities, social pressure and sensitive matters. In such a situation, problems like mental fatigue and depression can become serious.

felt the need for counseling

Experts believe that regular counselling, stress management programs and psychological support are very important for policemen. There is a need to create such an environment within the department where employees can share their problems openly and get timely help.

Administration’s concern increased

The continuously emerging cases have increased the concern of the government and senior police officers. It is now expected that special steps will be taken to improve the mental health of the police force and reduce stress, so that recurrence of such tragic incidents can be prevented.