Hostels in Kota, India, a major coaching hub for students preparing for competitive exams, are installing "anti-suicide nets" in balconies and lobbies to prevent students from taking extreme measures. The move comes after 20 students in Kota ended their lives in 2023, the highest number in any year. The nets, made of steel wires, are strong and difficult to remove without professional equipment. Hostel owners hope these measures, along with the installation of spring coils in fans, will help prevent tragic incidents. The coaching hub is also implementing other measures such as routine psychological tests and effective communication with parents.

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