Young Pune Engineer Dies by Suicide at Work After Leaving Office Meeting

Kawade, a native of Nashik who recently settled in Pune’s Wakad area, arrived at his office as usual. He was participating in a regular team meeting when, halfway through, he complained of chest pain. Citing discomfort, he excused himself from the conference room. Minutes later, coworkers and security staff raced to the scene after learning he had jumped from the seventh floor of the office building.

Police recovered a suicide note from the location. According to investigators, the note contained a heartfelt apology to his family, telling his father, "You deserve a better son," and expressing a sense of failure across all aspects of his life. While the letter hinted at deep personal struggles, authorities say there is no immediate evidence of extreme workplace stress. Assistant Commissioner of Police Sunil Kurade stated a preliminary review found no signs of harassment or undue pressure at work. However, the probe remains open, with police interviewing colleagues and family members to clarify what might have led to such a drastic step.

Piyush’s body was taken to a local hospital for postmortem examination, and his family from Nashik was informed. The Pune police have registered a case of accidental death and are awaiting further insights from his inner circle and digital communications.

The incident at Hinjewadi, which is home to several major technology firms, reignites urgent conversations around mental health, workplace burnout, and the mounting pressures faced by young professionals in India’s booming tech sector. Coworkers, managers, and even company representatives expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss. In an official statement, Atlas Copco’s spokesperson pledged ongoing support for the grieving family and colleagues and underscored employee well-being as an organisational priority. They assured full cooperation with investigative authorities.

The event has left staff at the company and residents across Pune shaken. Social media and local community channels filled with messages of condolence and calls for more robust mental health support systems within corporate environments. Numerous mental health advocates urged both individuals and companies to break the silence often surrounding emotional struggle and reach out for help during difficult times.

As investigation continues and the community grapples with its grief, the memory of a promising young engineer lost too soon serves as a somber reminder: Mental health matters, and support must extend beyond platitudes and into concrete action, especially in the relentless tempo of India’s competitive workplaces.