63 suicides in Surat's diamond industry due to war-related EU/G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds.

The war in Ukraine has devastated Surat, India’s diamond industry, leading to a dramatic rise in suicides among workers. The EU and G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds have disrupted exports, resulting in factory closures and wage cuts. With Surat processing around 80% of the world's diamonds, the financial strain has been severe, with at least 63 suicides reported in 17 months, highlighting the profound impact of global conflicts on local economies.

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