Maharashtra Doctor’s Suicide Sparks Outrage, Father Invokes Mahabharata for Justice
In an emotionally charged case, the father of a 26-year-old Pune doctor who died by suicide has demanded the death penalty for a police officer and a software engineer, accusing them of driving his daughter to take her own life. Drawing a powerful parallel to the Mahabharata, he likened her suffering to Draupadi’s plight, igniting public outrage.
The Tragic Suicide of Dr. Anjali
Dr. Anjali (name changed), a talented medical professional at a Pune government hospital, was found dead in her apartment on June 15. Her suicide note reportedly named a senior police officer, Inspector Rajesh More (name changed), and software engineer Akash Nair (name changed), accusing them of harassment and emotional abuse.
Her father, a retired teacher, tearfully declared, “My daughter was wronged like Draupadi. Just as she sought justice, I demand the harshest punishment for these men.”
Harassment Allegations & Police Inaction
The suicide note detailed months of alleged stalking, blackmail, and threats from Nair. Shockingly, when Dr. Anjali sought police help, Inspector More allegedly pressured her to drop her complaint instead of assisting her.
Sources claim Nair sent explicit messages and threatened to leak morphed photos. Despite repeated pleas, authorities failed to act, deepening her despair.
Father’s Fight for Justice
Dr. Anjali’s father is demanding capital punishment under IPC Section 306 (abetment to suicide). “They broke her mentally. This must be treated as a ‘rarest of rare’ case,” he said.
Referencing the Mahabharata, he added, “Like the Kauravas faced divine justice, these men must pay.” His plea has gone viral, with #JusticeForDrAnjali trending.
Police Probe & Public Backlash
Pune Police have suspended both accused and formed an SIT to investigate. However, activists allege a cover-up, citing past failures in harassment cases.
Maharashtra’s Women’s Minister Aditi Tatkare vowed action, but public protests continue, spotlighting systemic gaps in protecting women.
Broader Debate on Accountability & Mental Health
The case has reignited discussions on police accountability and victim support. Psychologist Dr. Meera Kapoor stressed, “Harassment victims need immediate, reliable intervention.”
As investigations proceed, Dr. Anjali’s father vows, “I won’t stop until justice is served.”
— NextMinuteNews
