A tragic incident unfolded in Rajkot as a 25-year-old intern doctor, Ratankumar Meghwal, died by suicide on Saturday, leaving behind a note that alleged harassment from his classmates. His body was discovered on a railway track between Ghanteshwar and Para Pipaliya.
According to police officials, five individuals have been arrested following a complaint lodged by Meghwal’s father. The arrests were made under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), reflecting the serious nature of the allegations. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 2) Rakesh Desai explained that Meghwal reportedly faced repeated physical and mental harassment linked to his relationship with a girl.
This incident has raised significant concerns about student safety and mental health within educational institutions. Friends and family are now left grappling with the loss, emphasizing how urgent it is to address such issues among students.