India now accounts for one in every nine student suicides in the world. The 2024 IC3 Student Suicide Report warns that deaths are rising sharply, especially among those in middle, secondary, and higher secondary school—the years when pressure peaks and support systems often fail.

“Bullying rarely announces itself through loud signals; it often begins with quiet changes such as a child withdrawing from friends, hesitating to go to school, sleeping poorly, or suddenly losing confidence,” says Ganesh Kohli, Founder of IC3 Movement.

True growth happens when students are allowed to explore their own path, guided by the right support, writes Ganesh Kohli. Counselling is not just a service that schools offer; it is a core part of helping students navigate life’s challenges. Counselling should be embedded into the fabric of every institution, supporting students through academic and personal transitions

Drawing from insights highlighted in recent IC3 reports, including the IC3 Student Well-being Pulse Report 2025, a growing need for emotionally intelligent institutions, structured support systems, and leadership that prioritises well-being alongside academic outcomes is needed. It reinforces IC3’s longstanding advocacy for comprehensive counseling frameworks that make classrooms emotionally safe spaces for all students.

Every breath you take is a silent testament to the wonder of existence. Whether you are wide awake or deep in slumber, your body performs its duties with unwavering precision, ensuring your survival.This unceasing rhythm of life is the foundation of a silent symphony—a melody of moments often overlooked in the cacophony of daily distractions. Did you know that you make 35,000 decisions each day? From seemingly trivial choices to pivotal life-altering ones, each decision shapes your story.

Community-driven conversations have the power to drive meaningful change in education

The Middle East stands at a critical juncture, with nearly half of its population under the age of 24, this youthful demographic has immense potential to drive positive change

The 2024 Annual IC3 Conference & Expo was honored to host Gauranga Das as the Guest of Honour, where he shared profound insights on life and personal development through the lens of the Bhagavad Gita.