Mumbai: On January 2, 2025, a heart-wrenching incident took place when a 76-year-old woman, Bharti Narayan Gandhi, in her seventh-floor apartment at her residential building in Dadar (East), was found dead after she jumped. The incident occurred at Mohan Naik Society on GD Ambedkar Road in Morachi Wadi around 2:30 PM. The Bhoiwada police were alerting the police station and reached the spot in no time. Upon reaching the KEM Hospital, Gandhi was pronounced dead on arrival.Health and griefShe had been living at Mohan Naik Society for over two decades. According to sources, she was suffering from hypertension and diabetes, which caused a severe decline in her health. Her husband was dead since September 7, 2024. Police reports claimed that his death contributed to the psychological breakdown that led to this incident.Familys griefFamily members have maintained that they feel no foul play occurred in the death of Gandhi and have elected not to lodge any complaints. Authorities are proceeding with their inquiry to determine additional details, which sheds light on this tragic event.Mental health strugglesThis incident has triggered conversations in regards to mental health awareness, especially among the elderly. According to specialists, there is need for proactive support systems when it comes to mental health, at least among individuals experiencing chronic health issues or loss of loved ones. Often, the loss of a loved one, coupled with other age-related health conditions, adds up to feelings of loneliness and despair.It is, therefore, a call to the authorities and social organizations to strengthen initiatives towards offering psychological support to those individuals struggling with such issues. Mental health remains a critical concern, especially for the elderly population, and fostering awareness is imperative to preventing similar tragedies in the future.
