

MBBS Student from Rajasthan Found Dead in Pune Hostel
Summary:Â A 21-year-old MBBS student from Rajasthan was found hanging in her Pune hostel room. She left a note about her long-term psychiatric treatment, blaming no one.
Student suicides continue to shock the nation, raising concerns about mental health awareness in educational institutions.
Tragic Discovery in Pune Hostel
A woman, aged 21 years, from Rajasthan, was pursuing second year MBBS studies at the B J Medical College, Pune, which is run by the Government. She was living in the hostel with two other lady students.
When she did not return to her room till late Tuesday evening, her roommates, anticipating the worst, went to file a missing persons complaint at the police station. In the interim, another resident found the woman hanging in another room of the hostel and immediately informed the hostel authorities and the police.
Investigation Findings
The initial investigation by the Bundgarden police station revealed that the deceased had been undergoing psychiatric treatment since her school days. She had left behind a suicide note where she did not blame anyone else for her death. It also stated that she was undergoing psychiatric treatment and that she wanted to pursue further studies.
Police Action and Family Notification
The police are continuing further investigations in the matter, and the parents of the deceased have been informed of her tragic and untimely death.
"It’s heartbreaking. These young students have such big dreams, but sometimes the pressure and pain become too much to bear."
Dr Darshit Patel, MD Tweet
This tragic loss is a grim reminder of the silent battles many students face behind closed doors. It highlights the urgent need for
- Stronger mental health support systems in educational institutions
- Open conversations about psychological struggles
- Timely interventions that could save lives
Every life lost to suicide is not just a personal tragedy, it is a collective failure to protect and nurture our youth.
Inputs from various media sources.

- Rupal Sonpal
- Health News and Updates
- 9 August 2025
- 15:00