In a tragic incident highlighting the severe impact of unemployment, a young man ended his own life in Phul town near Naushahro Feroz on Thursday.

According to a report, Aashiq Ali Manghar, dejected by the worsening financial conditions, resorted to suicide by hanging himself in the Manghar Mohalla of Phul town near Naushahro Feroz.

Phul police handed over the body to the family after completing the necessary legal formalities and were continuing their investigation. The locality was engulfed in grief as the body arrived, underscoring the devastating consequences of economic despair.

Naushahro Feroze district faces mounting socio-economic challenges. The district, located in the Sindh province, is grappling with rising unemployment and poverty. These issues have been exacerbated by the economic downturn, leading to increased mental health struggles among the population, particularly among the youth.