Another Medico Lost: 27-Year-Old Dermatology Resident Dies by Suicide in Beed
The medical fraternity in Maharashtra is mourning yet another heartbreaking loss today. Dr. Mandar Dabhade, a 27-year-old postgraduate student pursuing his residency in dermatology at the Swami Ramanand Teerth Rural Government Medical College and Hospital (SRTRGMC) in Ambajogai, Beed, tragically died by suicide in his rented accommodation.
The Tragic Discovery
The incident came to light on Monday morning when Dr. Dabhade failed to respond to repeated phone calls from his peers. When his room in the Rohidasnagar area remained locked from the inside for an extended period, his concerned colleagues and neighbors immediately alerted the Ambajogai city police. Authorities arrived at the scene and had to break down the door to enter the room, where he was reportedly found to have died by hanging.
Police Investigation Underway
The local police immediately secured the scene, conducted a panchnama, and transferred the body to the SRTRGMC hospital for a formal post-mortem examination. They have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) as per standard protocol.
While the exact motive remains unconfirmed pending the final investigation, police officials stated they are thoroughly examining all potential angles. The primary focus of the inquiry is severe work-related stress and extreme academic pressure—which has become a massive, systemic crisis for resident doctors across Maharashtra—as well as any potential personal challenges.
A Deepening Crisis in Maharashtra
This devastating news comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over the mental health and grueling working conditions of resident doctors in the state. With ongoing debates about extreme clinical burnout and illegal 36-hour shifts, this incident has further underscored the desperate, urgent need for accessible, stigma-free mental health support systems within government medical colleges.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, severe academic stress, or suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help. You are not alone.
