A 30-year-old young man from the Karim Town area of Multan shot himself and committed suicide a day earlier. He was identified as Waqas Raza, and since then, his name has been trending on social media, as a large number of people have expressed concern over his suicide.
According to reports that emerged yesterday, the 30-year-old committed suicide after which rescue teams were dispatched to the scene. Rescue officials said that people present at the scene identified the deceased as Waqas Raza, son of Raza Muhammad.
According to rescue personnel, Waqas Raza, son of Raza Muhammad, worked in real estate at Model Town Chowk, Multan, and shot himself in his office. According to family members, before committing suicide, he messaged his cousins, telling them to collect his body from the office.
Additionally, rescue officials stated that by the time they arrived, Waqas Raza had already passed away, and the reason for the suicide could not be determined. Local police and the forensic team have begun investigating the incident, while rescue personnel shifted the body to Nishtar Hospital.
Discussion on Social Media
As far as the discussion on social media is concerned, many people are linking Waqas Raza’s suicide to his financial situation, although there can be many reasons for suicide. Any young person, including Waqas Raza, might commit suicide for multiple reasons, such as:
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A person may love someone but, due to family or other reasons, is unable to be with their beloved, leading them to take such a step.
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A young person might commit suicide because their friends mock them over sensitive topics, targeting them with criticism that they cannot bear.
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Nowadays, arguments can erupt over trivial matters, and these sometimes lead to shootings and even murder. Suicide can also occur due to such tensions.
However, in the specific case of Waqas Raza, it cannot currently be said that he committed suicide due to unfulfilled love, criticism, family conflicts, or disputes with friends — as the investigation is still ongoing.
What is the Solution?
The most important point here is that no solution to suicide can be effective without addressing its root causes. Social media users emphasize that mental and emotional development in children is crucial before they become young adults. When children are taught that suicide is an act of cowardice and that facing challenges is the essence of life, they are less likely to turn to suicide.
What’s needed is to set an example through one’s own life before teaching why suicide should not be committed. It’s also essential to care for one another and be mindful of how happy or distressed someone is with their life, so that people do not choose the painful path of suicide.
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