Fakir Mohan Medical College: MBBS Student Found Dead Near Trisulia Bridge in Cuttack, Probe Underway

A 28-year-old final-year MBBS student, Chandrika Hembram, was found dead near the Kathajodi River beneath Cuttack’s Trisulia (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose) Bridge on 5 June 2026. Chandrika, a native of Mayurbhanj district, was pursuing her MBBS degree at Fakir Mohan Medical College and Hospital, Balasore.

According to police, her belongings, including documents and a mobile phone, were recovered from the bridge area, helping investigators establish her identity. Preliminary findings suggest she may have jumped into the river late on the night of  4 June 2026, though authorities have stated that all possibilities remain under investigation.

Police Probing All Angles

While local police have indicated that early evidence points toward suicide, Chandrika’s family has reportedly questioned the circumstances surrounding her death and sought a deeper probe. Some reports indicate that relatives have raised concerns regarding her personal relationships and events preceding the incident. Investigators are examining her call records, digital footprint, and other available evidence to reconstruct her final movements.

DCP Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo confirmed that the young student was identified through documents found among her belongings. He stated that although it appears to be a tragic suicide, the police are actively investigating all possible angles and will not rule out any other possibilities until the probe is complete. No definitive conclusion regarding the manner of death has yet been announced.

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Mental Health Concerns Back In Focus

The incident has once again highlighted concerns regarding mental health, emotional stress, and support systems available to medical students. Across India, multiple recent tragedies involving medical and healthcare students have intensified calls for stronger institutional counselling mechanisms, early intervention programs, and confidential mental health support within medical colleges. As investigations continue, the case has generated widespread discussion within the medical fraternity about student well-being and accountability.