<h1>Kota's Economy Struggles Amid Student Suicides; Business Leaders Eye IT, Tourism for Recovery and Seek Budget Support.</h1> In Kota, Rajasthan, the local economy is struggling due to a rise in student suicides, impacting the coaching center industry. Business leaders are looking to IT and tourism for economic recovery, hoping for supportive measures in the Union Budget. The region offers attractions like tiger reserves, historical sites, and a strategic location on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. Proposals include establishing an industrial corridor, promoting tourism, and setting up an IT hub. The academic community advocates for scholarships, research funding, and safety measures. The situation has led to vacant hostels and financial strain on owners, as families hesitate to send students to Kota.