Grant Medical College MBBS student commits suicide over academic, financial stress

The student was excellent in his studies and got admission to the college after securing an All India Rank of 3155 in NEET UG. A senior hospital official, requesting anonymity, told HT, “He was a bright and focused student, but in recent months, he seemed withdrawn. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the silent battles many students face.”

“He was feeling the pressure of studies and was also distressed due to financial woes at home. The police were alerted after repeated knocks on his door did not elicit any response. An accidental death report has been registered,” the JJ Marg police station official said. 

The incident sparked concern over mental health issues among medical students, who often face immense academic pressure and some, as a result, end their lives.

Medical Dialogues reported the suicide of a medical intern at JJ Hospital last month. A 24-year-old MBBS intern from Grant Medical College and JJ Hospital was found dead under mysterious circumstances after falling from the fourth floor of the hospital building. Her autopsy report indicated that she died from severe head injuries and multiple other injuries across her body. She had only two months left to complete her internship at the hospital but ended her life due to unknown reasons. 

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