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Jobs & Career
Sunam Youth Commits Suicide After Job Search Fails
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 08:03 PM
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A 20‑year‑old from Sunam, Punjab, who had completed his 12th grade, took his life after failing to secure employment.
A 20‑year‑old resident of Sunam, Punjab, died after ingesting poison following a prolonged search for employment. The youth had passed his 12th standard and had been actively seeking a job in the region.
Despite his efforts, he could not secure a position and reportedly grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of opportunities. The incident occurred in the town of Sunam, where local authorities responded to the emergency.
The youth’s death has drawn attention to the growing unemployment problem among young people in Punjab. Local officials have called for more support and job creation initiatives to address the issue.
Despite his efforts, he could not secure a position and reportedly grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of opportunities. The incident occurred in the town of Sunam, where local authorities responded to the emergency.
The youth’s death has drawn attention to the growing unemployment problem among young people in Punjab. Local officials have called for more support and job creation initiatives to address the issue.