Tragic Loss: 29-Year-Old Trainee Doctor Jumps to Death in Greater Noida — No Note Found

A 29-year-old trainee doctor tragically ended his life on Monday, September 29, 2025, in Greater Noida. The young man, identified as Shiva from Mathura, jumped from the 21st floor of a residential building in Gaur City 14th Avenue, where he was visiting his sister’s home along with his parents.

He fell from the balcony around noon and died immediately. Police reported that no suicide note was found at the scene. His body was sent for post-mortem, and investigations are ongoing.

Family members revealed that Shiva had been battling mental health issues since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. During this time, he developed a condition that forced him to take a step back from his medical training.

Shiva had been pursuing an MBBS degree as part of the 2015 batch at a private college in Delhi, and had to discontinue the course while he battled with mental health issues during Covid.

Despite attempts to seek treatment, he remained in a state of depression for several years. His family expressed that the pressures and disruptions caused by the pandemic had an intense impact on his mental well-being, contributing to his decision to pause his studies.

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked a 25% surge in global anxiety and depression rates, according to a 2022 WHO report. Young people and women were hit hardest, with increased risks of suicidal behavior and mental health challenges. Social isolation, fear of infection, and financial strain were key stressors. Mental health services faced significant disruptions, exacerbating care gaps, particularly for those with pre-existing conditions. ¹

A 2024 study, Mental Health Stigma in the Medical Profession, highlights the mental health challenges faced by healthcare workers, including depression, anxiety, burnout, and stress-related disorders.

The research identifies key contributors to stigma, such as internalized self-stigma, societal misconceptions about mental illness, and institutional requirements like mandatory mental health disclosures for licensure.

To combat these barriers, the study recommends creating supportive work environments, encouraging open discussions about mental health, and revising systemic policies that perpetuate stigma. Addressing these issues is essential to empower medical professionals to seek help and improve overall well-being. ²

More such cases have been really prevalent these days, where man healthcare workers across the country are struggling with their mental health, tight schedules, demanding shifts and taking decisions to end their life due to pressure or undiagnosed mental health problems.

References:

1. World Health Organization. "COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers 25% Increase in Prevalence of Anxiety and Depression Worldwide." World Health Organization, March 2, 2022. https://www.who.int/news/item/02-03-2022-covid-19-pandemic-triggers-25-increase-in-prevalence-of-anxiety-and-depression-worldwide.

2. Ng, I. K. S. 2024. “Mental Health Stigma in the Medical Profession.” PMC (National Center for Biotechnology Information). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11024831/.

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