Pune: Senior Citizen Ends Life At Shivaji Nagar Court Over 27-Year-Old Unresolved Case

Pune: Senior Citizen Ends Life At Shivaji Nagar Court Over 27-Year-Old Unresolved Case
Pune, October 15, 2025: A 60-year-old man allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the fourth floor of the Shivajinagar District and Sessions Court building on Wednesday morning. The deceased has been identified as Namdev Jadhav, a resident of Wadki.
According to police sources, Jadhav left behind a suicide note in which he mentioned a civil case that had been pending since 1998. The note reportedly stated that he was deeply distressed and frustrated due to the prolonged delay in getting justice despite his repeated efforts over the years.
Preliminary investigations indicate that mental distress caused by the decades-long legal battle may have pushed him to take this extreme step.
Following the incident, police and court officials immediately reached the spot, and the body was sent to Sassoon General Hospital for post-mortem examination.
Tragic loss at Pune’s Shivajinagar Court: Namdev Jadhav ended his life by jumping from the court building after waiting 27 years for justice in a land dispute case. This heartbreaking incident highlights the dire consequences of delayed justice and the urgent need for judicial…
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A senior official from Shivajinagar police station confirmed the incident and stated that an inquiry is underway to verify the details of the case mentioned in the suicide note. Authorities are also in the process of informing Jadhav’s family and confirming the authenticity of the note.
Namdev Jadhav ended his life by jumping from the roof of the district court building in Pune because his land dispute was going on for 27 long years and there was no respite in sight. 27 long years of coming to the court, paying for lawyers, wasting time, keeping life on hold,…
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If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health issues or having suicidal thoughts, please reach out to a local helpline or mental health professional for support.