In a shocking incident, a first-year resident doctor working in the Radiology Department of Mumbai’s Sir JJ Hospital allegedly died by suicide after hanging himself in the hostel premises. The incident has sparked concern within the medical fraternity and once again highlighted the issue of mental stress among resident doctors.
The deceased has been identified as Dr. Abhaysingh Narsing More (26), a resident of Dasemgaon village in Washi taluka of Dharashiv district. He had joined the Radiology Department of Sir JJ Hospital as a resident doctor in February this year. He was staying in Room No. 604 on the sixth floor of the nursing hostel located within the hospital campus.
According to police sources, Dr. More had been battling mental stress and depression for the past few months. It has also come to light that he was undergoing treatment from a psychiatrist.
On Tuesday morning, when Dr. More did not report for duty in the Radiology Department as usual, fellow doctors grew suspicious. Later in the afternoon, some colleagues went to check on him at his hostel room, where he was found hanging.
After being informed, hospital authorities and police officials rushed to the spot. The police have taken custody of the body and initiated further investigation. An Accidental Death Report (ADR) has been registered at JJ Marg Police Station and further probe is underway.