A 23-year-old IT engineer, Piyush Ashok Kavade, died by suicide on Monday morning after jumping from the seventh floor of his office building in Hinjewadi IT Park.
The incident occurred around 10:30 am at Atlas Copco, located in Phase One of the tech hub. Piyush, who had been working with the company for over a year, was reportedly attending a meeting when he complained of chest pain and stepped out. Moments later, he jumped from the upper floor, leaving his colleagues in shock.
Suicide Note Mentions Personal Struggles
Police recovered a suicide note from the scene in which Piyush wrote: “I have failed everywhere in life. Forgive me.” He also addressed a message to his father, expressing that he felt unworthy of being his son and apologised for his actions.
Senior Police Inspector Balaji Pandre confirmed the tragic incident and said an investigation is currently underway to determine what might have led to the suicide.
No Mention of Work Pressure In Suicide Note
Piyush hailed from Nashik, Maharashtra. While the suicide note did not mention any work-related stress or external pressure, police are examining all possible aspects, including personal and professional circumstances, to understand the trigger behind the extreme step.
The company is said to be cooperating with authorities, and statements from colleagues and staff are being recorded as part of the inquiry.
The incident has cast a pall over the workplace, and mental health professionals have once again stressed the importance of awareness and support for young professionals coping with stress.
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