UP gold medallist dies by suicide after job failures

Anand, a 23-year-old BTech gold medallist from Kanpur, died by suicide at his home.

He graduated in Electrical Engineering from Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology (PSIT) in 2024.

Anand topped his college and secured third rank in Uttar Pradesh, earning a gold medal in August 2024.

A handwritten note indicated stress from failing to secure a government job after 50 attempts.