• Source:JND

A 50-year-old man died by suicide after jumping from the Le Meridien Hotel. FSL and Delhi Police were present at the spot. The victim has been identified as Parvinder Singh. An investigation is underway and more details are awaited.

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The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. The victim has been identified as Parvinder Singh Juneja, a resident of Lajpat Nagar. He reportedly jumped from the 12th floor, where a restaurant is located, at the five-star hotel.

Police rushed to the scene after receiving information and began an investigation. A forensic team was also summoned to assist. The motive behind Juneja’s actions is not yet known.

According to a News18 report, Juneja had earlier checked into the hotel during Christmas and later checked out. On Sunday, he returned to the hotel, where he allegedly took the extreme step. The investigation is ongoing and further details are awaited.

Suicide Trends in 2025

India continues to face a serious mental health challenge, with suicide remaining a major public concern. According to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, 1,71,418 suicides were recorded in 2024, translating to 12.3 deaths per one lakh population. Men accounted for 72.8 per cent of the cases, while women comprised 27.2 per cent. The most affected age group was 18–30 years, representing 35 per cent of all suicides, with nearly 13,000 student deaths reported annually.

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Another deeply worrying trend is the rise in suicides among children below 18 years. NCRB figures show a 5.68 per cent increase since 2023, with more than 10,000 children dying by suicide every year since 2020, highlighting the urgent need for stronger mental health interventions.

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