New Delhi, Jan 9 (NationPress) A member of the Saket District Court's staff in Delhi tragically died by suicide on Friday after leaping from the court complex building. This incident has sent ripples through the legal community, with preliminary investigations indicating that the individual was grappling with intense mental distress attributed to work-related pressures.

The individual has been identified as Harish Singh Mahar, who worked at the Saket court complex. Officials reported that a suicide note was discovered, wherein he explicitly stated that he was making this grave decision independently, urging that no one else be held responsible for it.

In the letter, Mahar indicated that the burden of his job had become unbearable since he took on the role of an 'Ahlmad', a court official tasked with maintaining records and aiding judicial processes. He expressed that he had been battling suicidal thoughts since taking on this position but refrained from sharing his mental health struggles, thinking he could manage the workload.

The note further disclosed that Mahar lived with a 60 percent disability and found the responsibilities of his job exceedingly taxing. He mentioned that the demands of the position severely impacted his mental health, ultimately leading to his breakdown under pressure. He cited persistent stress and sleeplessness caused by overwhelming thoughts as significant contributors to his declining well-being.

Mahar also voiced worries about his financial future, noting that early retirement was not a feasible option. He mentioned that opting for early retirement would prevent him from accessing his savings or pension benefits until the age of 60, which exacerbated his anxiety. Feeling cornered by his circumstances, he perceived limited options.

In a heartfelt plea to the judiciary, Mahar urged that individuals with disabilities be assigned lighter duties to prevent others from enduring similar hardships in the future. He reiterated in his note that his choice was his own and emphasized that no one should bear blame for his passing.

In response to this tragic event, an advocate from the Saket court expressed deep concern after learning of Mahar's death. He remarked, “Given that he was 60 percent handicapped, I believe such a demanding position may not be appropriate for someone with his level of disability.” He also noted that members of the legal community have initiated protests outside the court, calling for justice and improved working conditions for court employees.

Additional Secretary of Saket Court, Hitesh Baisla, stated, "Today, a court clerk named Harish jumped from the sixth floor of Block 1 and committed suicide. He left behind a suicide note indicating that he was 60 percent physically handicapped, around 30-35 years old, and took this drastic step due to work pressure."

Further investigations are currently ongoing.