Kota Auto Driver Becomes Lifeline For Students In Distress

Times of India · education

An autorickshaw driver in Kota, Badri, has become a crucial first responder for students experiencing suicidal distress. He recognized warning signs in an 18-year-old student who was anxious about mock test results. Instead of stopping the vehicle as requested, Badri engaged the student in casual conversation, steering him towards a district counselling centre. There, he introduced the student to a trained counsellor, demonstrating a vital community-based approach to mental health support for students in the competitive coaching hub.