ADA Scientist Jumps to Death in Bengaluru, Family Alleges Prolonged Workplace Pressure
Police are verifying the family’s claim that the 47-year-old scientist was under work-related mental strain before his death, officials said.
- On October 21, 47-year-old Sharad Katiyar, a scientist with the Aeronautical Development Agency , died by suicide after allegedly jumping from his residential apartment building in Seegehalli, Bengaluru.
- Katiyar's family alleged that work-related pressure caused him mental distress for over a month, prompting him to seek treatment for a diagnosed depressive episode at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences .
- ADA Director of Administration and HR Krishna Rajendra stated the agency was unaware of workplace concerns and that Katiyar maintained regular office hours, arriving at 8.30 am and leaving at 6 pm.
- The K.R. Puram police registered an unnatural death report under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita , 2023, and have recorded statements from Katiyar's family for further investigation.
- Individuals experiencing emotional distress can contact SAHAI at 080 25497777 or NIMHANS at 08026685948 for mental health support, while authorities continue investigating the circumstances surrounding Katiyar's death.
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