Tragic Suicides Rock Gurgaon: Elderly Man at Office, Young Woman from High-Rise
In a distressing series of events, Gurgaon witnessed two separate suicide cases this week, highlighting severe mental health and personal struggles. The incidents, occurring in different sectors, have left the community in shock and raised concerns about underlying issues.
Elderly Man Takes His Life at Sector 32 Office
A 62-year-old man, identified as Ajay Bansal, died by suicide at his office in Sector 32 on Monday afternoon. According to police reports, Bansal had been battling health problems for several years, suffering from knee and kidney-related ailments that caused him significant distress.
He arrived at his workplace around 10 am, and the tragic incident unfolded approximately two and a half hours later, at 12:30 pm. A staff member discovered him hanging and immediately alerted his family members. His daughter and son-in-law rushed to the scene and transported him to Artemis Hospital in Wazirabad village, where doctors declared him dead during treatment.
Police officials stated that the case appears to be a clear instance of suicide, with no suspicion of foul play at this stage. They emphasized that Bansal was under considerable stress due to his prolonged health issues, which likely contributed to his desperate act.
Young Woman Jumps from 20th Floor in Sector 52
In another heartbreaking incident, a 30-year-old woman died after jumping from the 20th floor of a residential society in Sector 52 on Tuesday evening. The deceased, named Sandhya, was a native of Jharkhand and worked as a domestic help in Gurgaon.
She resided in a flat at BPTP Terra society, which belongs to Ankur, who works in Ambala with his brother-in-law. Police have indicated that this incident also appears to be a case of suicide, though investigations are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances and motivations behind her tragic decision.
Community and Police Response
These back-to-back suicides have drawn attention to the mental health challenges faced by individuals in urban settings like Gurgaon. Authorities are urging the public to seek help during times of crisis and highlighting available support systems.
Police are conducting thorough inquiries into both cases to rule out any external factors, but initial findings suggest personal struggles as the primary cause. The community is mourning the loss and reflecting on the importance of mental well-being in today's fast-paced environment.
