Tragic Loss: Kota MBBS Student's Battle with Depression

Prachi Meena, a third-year MBBS student in Kota, Rajasthan, tragically died by suicide due to depression following poor academic performance. She was discovered by her sister and pronounced dead at a hospital. The case is under investigation, with an autopsy pending.

A tragedy unfolded in Kota, Rajasthan, as a third-year MBBS student reportedly ended her life. Prachi Meena, 21, was found hanging in her residence on Friday, raising alarms over mental health challenges faced by students.

Prachi, living with her siblings in government accommodation, battled depression after receiving poor grades in a recent examination, according to her family.

Authorities have launched an investigation under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita to determine the circumstances surrounding the death, as the community mourns a young life lost too soon.

(With inputs from agencies.)