A 23-year-old final-year MBBS student was found hanging from the ceiling fan in her hostel room at Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) on Monday afternoon, police said. No suicide note was recovered from the spot and the reason behind her extreme step is yet to be ascertained.
The deceased has been identified as a resident of Dwarka (identity undisclosed). She was posted in the surgery department of Lok Nayak Hospital and was supposed to appear for her final exams in March.
According to the police, they received a call around 1:30 pm from the hostel warden, who informed them about the incident. A team of forensic experts and senior officers rushed to the spot and examined the scene. The body was sent for post-mortem and the family was informed.
“We have registered a case of suicide and are investigating the matter. We are questioning her friends, batchmates, and relatives to find out if she was facing any academic, personal, or professional stress. We have not found any evidence of foul play so far,” a senior police officer said.
Her friends and batchmates expressed shock and grief over her death and said she was a bright, helpful, and cheerful person who always had a smile on her face. They said she was passionate about her studies and had no apparent issues or problems.
“She was one of the most brilliant and hardworking students in our batch. She was always ready to help others and never complained about anything. She was very friendly and popular among everyone. We can’t believe that she is no more. We don’t know what made her take such a drastic step. We are devastated,” a friend of deceased said.
The college and hospital authorities have not issued any official statement on the matter yet. Sources said they are providing counselling and support to the students and staff who are affected by the incident.
Suicide is a complex and tragic phenomenon that affects many people and communities. It is important to seek help and support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal or depressed. There are many helplines and organizations that can provide counselling, guidance, and assistance to those in need. Some of them are:
- iCall: A free and confidential counselling service that offers emotional support, information, and referrals. You can call them at 022-25521111 (Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 10 pm) or email them at [email protected].
- Samaritans Mumbai: A non-profit organization that provides emotional support to anyone who is feeling distressed, depressed, or suicidal. You can call them at +91 8422984528, +91 8422984529, +91 8422984530 (24×7) or email them at [email protected].
- Vandrevala Foundation: A charitable trust that aims to create awareness and provide support for mental health issues. You can call their helpline at 1860-2662-345 or 1800-2333-330 (24×7) or email them at [email protected].
- Fortis Stress Helpline: A toll-free helpline that offers psychological support and guidance to anyone who is feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed. You can call them at 1800-258-4699 (Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm) or email them at [email protected].
Please remember that you are not alone and there is always hope and help available. Coping with suicidal thoughts and feelings can be very challenging, but there are ways to overcome them and find meaning and purpose in life.