Overview

• Anjali Varmora, 23, was found hanging at her Athwa-area residence on June 7 following Instagram reels that hinted at personal grief and possible heartbreak.
• Surat police have questioned Varmora’s family members and are examining her mobile phone for potential clues as part of the ongoing investigation.
• Earlier in May, 19-year-old aspiring model Sukhpreet Kaur died by suicide in the context of alleged blackmail and harassment by Mahendra Rajput, who has been charged by Saroli police.
• Official data presented to the Gujarat Assembly shows more than 25,000 suicides occurred in the state between 2020–21 and 2022–23, with urban centres like Surat accounting for a significant share.
• Mental health advocates are urging the creation of stronger support systems and safe reporting channels for young people, especially those in the modelling and fashion industries.