In a dramatic incident in Kanpur, a 24-year-old man allegedly attempted suicide by jumping into the Ganga River from the new Ganga Bridge in the Kotwali Ganga Ghat area of Shuklaganj, Unnao. The event occurred at 7:00 am on Wednesday, but vigilant passersby intervened and prevented the tragedy, promptly alerting the police.
Man Pleads with Police to Let Him Jump
When the police arrived at the scene, the distressed man grabbed their feet and pleaded, "Let me jump. I am very troubled by my wife." The officers, however, remained calm and counselled him, eventually taking him to the police station for further questioning and support.
Background of the Incident
The man, a resident of Mohalla Gandhinagar in Shuklaganj, had entered into a love marriage six months ago. Since then, he had been experiencing a troubled married life. According to reports, he had a heated quarrel with his wife shortly before the incident, which drove him to contemplate ending his life.
Police officials noted that the man had visible injury marks on several parts of his body, indicating possible prior physical altercations or self-harm. The authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the case and have initiated counseling for the individual to address his marital and emotional distress.
This incident highlights the importance of community intervention in preventing suicides and the need for mental health support for individuals facing relationship challenges. The police have urged the public to seek help from family, friends, or professional counselors when dealing with personal crises.
