Hyderabad Woman Doctor Dies by Suicide After US Visa Rejection; Depression Suspected
Hyderabad, Telangana — A 38-year-old woman doctor was found dead in her apartment on Saturday, allegedly by suicide, after reportedly slipping into severe depression following the rejection of her US visa application.
The deceased, identified as Dr. Rohini, was discovered by her family members after her domestic help alerted them when repeated knocks on the door went unanswered. The family rushed to her residence and forcibly opened the door, only to find her lifeless inside the flat.
According to the police, a suicide note was recovered from the scene, in which Dr. Rohini allegedly expressed deep emotional distress and disappointment connected to her failed visa attempt. Preliminary medical examination suggests that she may have overdosed on sleeping pills or administered an injection late Friday night, though the exact cause of death will be confirmed after final forensic reports.
A case has been registered and a post-mortem was conducted, following which her body was handed over to her family.
Mother Reveals Emotional Struggle
Speaking to the media, her mother Lakshmi shared that Rohini had completed her MBBS from Kyrgyzstan between 2005 and 2010 and had an excellent academic profile. She had long dreamed of pursuing a specialization in Internal Medicine in the United States, seeing it as an opportunity for greater professional growth and a balanced medical practice environment.
Lakshmi recalled advising her daughter to continue her career in India, but Rohini was firm on building a future in the US because it offered better exposure, higher pay, and a less overwhelming patient load.
“She was completely dedicated to her profession and had no other worries. She was unmarried and focused only on her medical career,” Lakshmi said, adding that the recent visa rejection severely affected Rohini’s mental stability, leaving her isolated, anxious, and extremely disappointed.
Growing Concerns Over Mental Health Pressures
The tragic incident has drawn attention to the mounting emotional pressure faced by young professionals striving for foreign education and career opportunities. Experts warn that competitive workplaces, academic pressure, and fear of failure are contributing to rising cases of anxiety and depression.
Police officials have urged individuals undergoing similar emotional distress to seek support, counseling, and mental health assistance instead of suffering in silence.
