Elderly man, distraught over delay in issue of Aadhaar card, attempts to end life at Erode Collectorate
A 74-year-old man attempted suicide at the Erode Collectorate in India after facing repeated delays in receiving his Aadhaar card. Police intervened to prevent the attempt, and the man is currently receiving support.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the bureaucratic frustrations and potential mental health crises associated with essential government identification services.
A 74-year-old man attempted to end his life at the Erode Collectorate on Monday (July 27, 2026), alleging that officials had delayed issuing his Aadhaar card despite his repeated visits to the enrolment office.
The incident occurred when the weekly grievances redressal meeting was under way at the Collectorate. Police personnel deployed at the entrance, who were screening visitors, noticed the man making the attempt to end his life.
The police immediately intervened and prevented the attempt, leading to a brief commotion at the Collectorate.
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