Hyderabad, November 25, 2025 – In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through the medical community, a 38-year-old doctor from Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district was found dead in her Hyderabad apartment, reportedly taking her own life due to severe depression triggered by the repeated rejection of her US visa application.
Dr. K. Rohini, who had been practicing medicine and harbored dreams of pursuing advanced opportunities abroad, was discovered lifeless in her flat in Padmarao Nagar on Sunday, November 23, by her sister who had grown concerned after failing to reach her. A suicide note recovered at the scene explicitly cited the denial of her J-1 visa by US authorities as the primary reason for her despair, according to police sources.
The J-1 visa, intended for exchange visitors including medical professionals seeking specialized training, had been a long-standing aspiration for Rohini. Sources close to the family revealed that she had applied multiple times over the years, viewing the opportunity as a pathway to establishing her own clinic in the United States. The latest rejection, received just weeks prior, plunged her into profound emotional distress, exacerbating her mental health struggles.
Rohini's mother, speaking to the media in a voice choked with grief, expressed profound regret over her daughter's unfulfilled ambitions. "I don't want any of my children to go to the US anymore," she said, her words underscoring the family's shattered hopes. The mother also appealed for greater support for young professionals facing such setbacks, highlighting the immense pressure of international aspirations in competitive fields like medicine.
Hyderabad police have registered a case under Section 174 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, which pertains to inquiries into unnatural deaths, and initial investigations point to no foul play. "The note and circumstances clearly indicate suicide due to personal distress," a senior police official told reporters, emphasizing that counseling resources for visa applicants might need reevaluation in light of such tragedies.
This incident sheds light on the mounting mental health challenges faced by Indian professionals, particularly in high-stakes fields like healthcare, where visa denials can derail years of preparation and investment. Rohini, a dedicated doctor known for her compassion toward patients, leaves behind a grieving family and a community mourning the loss of a promising talent.
Authorities have urged individuals experiencing similar distress to seek help from helplines such as the national suicide prevention line at 9152987821. The investigation remains ongoing, with post-mortem reports awaited to confirm the cause of death.
(This report is compiled from verified sources including The Hindu, Indian Express, and LiveMint.)
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