I Am Sorry”: Civil Services Aspirant Dies By Suicide In Delhi

New Delhi: 

The death by suicide of a civil services aspirant in Delhi’s Old Rajendra Nagar has thrown a harsh light on the immense pressures faced by students preparing for one of India’s most competitive examination. The student from Maharashtra, died by suicide and left behind a note saying that she was unable to cope with the immense pressure. The incident just days before three other UPSC aspirants died due to flooding in the basement of their coaching centre.

The Maharashtra student’s note, which has been made public, reveals the intense mental and emotional strain she experienced. She detailed the relentless pressure of UPSC preparation and criticised the exploitative practices of private hostels and PG accommodations.

The note also expressed her despair over her inability to clear the UPSC despite her repeated attempts. “I am sorry mummy papa. I am really very fed up… there are just problems & issues only no peace only. I tried every possible way to get rid from this so called depression, but I can’t overcome it (sic),” she said.