Bhubaneswar, Mar 30: A postgraduate student of Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR) in Sambalpur allegedly attempted suicide and is currently undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), raising serious concerns about mental health and working conditions in medical institutions.
The student, a first-year PG scholar in the Department of Pediatrics, reportedly consumed sleeping pills. Sources indicate that she had been under significant mental stress due to an excessive workload, including frequent emergency duties and academic responsibilities, which may have contributed to her condition.
There are also allegations of mental harassment by the department head, which could have further aggravated her distress. However, officials have stated that the exact circumstances leading to the incident will be confirmed only after a detailed inquiry.
VIMSAR Superintendent and Director, Dr Lal Mohan Nayak, said that the student’s statement will be recorded once her condition stabilizes, and necessary action will be taken based on the findings.
It is also learnt that the student’s spouse is a doctor pursuing postgraduate studies in neurosurgery at SCB Medical College and Hospital.
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