Differently Abled Saket Court Staffer Dies By Suicide Alleging Work Pressure; Employees Announce Protest

A differently abled ahlmad (court record keeper) posted at the Saket District Court died by suicide inside the court premises, reportedly citing extreme work pressure and mental stress. 

A suicide note recovered by the authorities stated that he took the step on his own and did not hold anyone responsible.

He referred to his 60 percent disability, saying it made the workload difficult, and added that financial constraints prevented him from opting for early retirement. Following the incident, court staff staged a protest within the court complex.

The District and Sessions Courts Employees Welfare Association announced that employees across all Delhi district courts will abstain from work during the National Lok Adalat scheduled on January 10.