A 29-year-old mason allegedly died by suicide after jumping off the Nayandahalli flyover on Mysuru Road on Monday afternoon. The deceased, identified as Prasnjit Das, a native of West Bengal and resident of Hoody, was travelling in an autorickshaw with his coworker Mithun when the incident occurred.
According to the police, the two had travelled towards Kengeri for work and were returning to the City Market when the tragedy took place. “They came near Kengeri for some work and were returning to the City Market by an auto. On reaching the flyover, Das asked the driver to stop. Before the auto came to a halt, Das stormed out and jumped. He fell onto the road and died instantly,” an investigating officer said.
Police suspect personal issues behind the act
Preliminary investigation suggests that family-related distress could have driven Das to take the extreme step. “Mithun suspects a family issue could have made Das take this decision. However, we will record statements from his wife and other relatives once they arrive from West Bengal,” police officials said.
Authorities are continuing inquiries to ascertain the exact cause and have registered a case of unnatural death. The body has been shifted to a government hospital for post-mortem.
Teen girl found hanging in Kalasipalya
In a separate incident, a 14-year-old girl was found hanging at her residence in Kalasipalya on Sunday. The police said the victim’s parents, who are pavement vendors, had gone to Tamil Nadu along with two of their children for a temple visit, leaving the girl at home since she had exams.
“The girl was alone in the house when she took the extreme step using her mother’s sari,” an investigating officer said. Initial reports suggest that the teenager had been upset over the death of a friend, which may have triggered her distress. Police have registered a case and are awaiting the post-mortem report.
Rising concern over mental health awareness
Both incidents have once again brought to light the urgent need for mental health awareness and emotional support systems, especially among migrant workers and vulnerable youth in the city.
Mental health professionals emphasise that timely intervention, counselling, and open conversations can help prevent such tragedies.
Citizens are urged to seek help if they or someone they know is in distress. Helplines such as Sahai (080 2549 7777) and AASRA (91-9820466726) provide confidential emotional support 24×7.