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Woman PhD scholar dies by suicide in Pune, guide arrested for harassment
Updated On: 13 April, 2026 03:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A 30-year-old woman pursuing her PhD in Pune allegedly died by suicide at her home in Chinchwad on Saturday. Police said she left behind a note accusing her research guide of harassment and inappropriate behaviour

A research scholar died by suicide owing alleged harassment by her guide. Representational Image
A 30-year-old woman pursuing her PhD allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Pune, police said on Monday. The incident took place on Saturday at her home in Chinchwad, where she was found dead, reported PTI.
According to Bhosari MIDC police, the woman left behind a note in which she accused her research guide of inappropriate behaviour and harassment. Based on these allegations, authorities began an investigation into the matter.

