Delhi police are investigating the death of a young UPSC civil services aspirant from Rajasthan, whose body was discovered in bushes in Mukherjee Nagar on Friday. The individual had been reported missing for several days prior to the discovery.
Initial investigations suggest the case may be a suicide, although authorities have yet to determine a clear motive. No suicide note or related evidence has been recovered. According to police reports, the young man appears to have hanged himself from the bushes.
This tragic incident highlights a concerning trend among UPSC aspirants. Just last month, a 22-year-old candidate was found hanging in his rented accommodation in Lucknow. In his suicide note, he expressed feelings of hopelessness after failing to secure a job or clear the competitive exams, stating, “Sorry, Mom… Sorry, Dad… I know I am doing something wrong.”
Another case involved 26-year-old Anjali Gopnarayan, who was discovered in her home in Delhi’s Old Rajinder Nagar. Anjali, originally from Akola in Maharashtra, also left a note revealing her struggles with depression and the immense pressure faced by students preparing for government exams. She urged the government to improve job opportunities and reduce scams in public recruitment, even advocating for euthanasia for those suffering from depression.
As the investigation continues, these recent incidents raise serious questions about the mental health and well-being of students pursuing demanding career paths in civil services. The increasing pressures and expectations associated with such exams have prompted calls for greater support and resources to help students cope with stress and anxiety.
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