IT employee ‘drowns’ in Gambheeram Gedda reservoir

A 30-year-old IT employee died by suicide at the Gambheeram Gedda reservoir on Saturday. Police are investigating the incident, noting that the individual had been struggling with depression.
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A 30-year-old man allegedly ended his life by jumping into the Gambheeram Gedda reservoir under the Anandapuram police station limits here on Saturday (September 5, 2026). The deceased was identified as Sandeep, who was working in the IT sector. According to the police, a preliminary investigation revealed that he had reportedly been experiencing depression for some time. The Anandapuram police have registered a case and launched an investigation. They are also making efforts to ascertain the circumstances preceding the incident and the possible reasons behind his decision.
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