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Mysuru Woman Dies By Suicide Over Workplace Harassment

A woman in Mysuru died by suicide due to workplace harassment. She alleged unfair treatment in her suicide note.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 08 August 2026 at 09:25 pm
Mysuru Woman Dies By Suicide Over Workplace Harassment

A disturbing incident has come to light from Karnataka's Mysuru, where a woman reportedly died by suicide after consuming pesticide. The incident took place in Hinkal within the limits of Vijayanagar police station in Mysuru.

The deceased has been identified as Nageshwari, who was working as a Tata product promoter at Reliance Mart in Hinkal. She was employed through PPMS Agency, a marketing company.

According to the allegations mentioned in the suicide note, Nageshwari had been facing difficulties at her workplace for the past four months after a woman identified as Dolly was appointed as a supervisor. The deceased woman's family claimed that she was distressed for the past and had been under mental distress for the past 15 days.

Nageshwari had told her family that she was facing harassment at her workplace and accused her superiors of targeting and harassing her over matters that were not her fault. She also alleged that she had not been given a weekly day off for four months and was denied emergency leave.

Furthermore, she alleged that she was sacked after questioning the unfair treatment against her. The family claims that Nageshwari was a victim of workplace distress and that her death was a result of the harassment she faced.

A probe has been launched and police are investigating the death and the allegations of workplace harassment. The incident has raised questions over toxic workplace environment and the need for companies to take measures to prevent such incidents.

The police are currently investigating the matter and no response from the company she worked for was available publicly. The incident is a shocking reminder of the consequences of workplace harassment and the importance of addressing mental health issues.

In recent times, there have been several incidents of workplace harassment and bullying, which have led to severe consequences, including suicides. The incident highlights the need for companies to have strict policies in place to prevent workplace harassment and to provide support to employees who are facing mental health issues.

The death of Nageshwari is a tragic reminder of the importance of addressing workplace harassment and mental health issues. It is essential for companies to take measures to prevent such incidents and to provide support to employees who are facing difficulties at their workplace.

The incident has sparked a debate about the need for stricter laws and policies to prevent workplace harassment and to protect employees from unfair treatment. It is crucial for companies to take the issue of workplace harassment seriously and to take measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

The police investigation is currently underway, and it is expected that the company will be questioned about the allegations of workplace harassment. The incident is a shocking reminder of the consequences of workplace harassment and the importance of addressing mental health issues.

Frequently asked questions

What was the cause of Nageshwari's death?

Nageshwari died by suicide after consuming pesticide due to alleged workplace harassment.

Where did the incident take place?

The incident took place in Hinkal within the limits of Vijayanagar police station in Mysuru.

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