Attempt to Suicide was considered to be as a criminal and punishable crime but today Mental Health Care Bill was passed in Rajya Sabha which says that attempt to suicide is no more a criminal case and is not liable for punishment.Under Section 309 of Indian Penal Code Attempt to suicide was a punishable crime up to 1 year imprisonment or fine or both can be booked on those who try to kill themselves.
Mental Health Care Bill considers suicide attempt as suffering from severe stress rather than mental disorder.JP Nadda Health Minister stated that this bill will be framed after Lok Sabha approved it.Minister said that this bill is sympathetic considered for suicide attempting people and provide better health care.Minister informed that 6 to 7% of Indian population are suffering from mental disorders.
Whatever is said and done, analysts feel that this is a worth bill which protects stressed people and tries to give them a better life to lead.
