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Teen Cricketer's Life Cut Short Over Selection Snub
31 Jul
Summary
- A 17-year-old aspiring cricketer died by suicide in Nagpur.
- She was reportedly upset over not being selected for a higher team.
- A suicide note mentioned her disappointment and pride for family.
A promising 17-year-old cricketer tragically ended her life in Nagpur on Wednesday night, with initial reports suggesting her disappointment over not making a higher-level team was the cause. Aditi Chaukhande, originally from Akola, had been training alongside her elder brother, Prabal, who is also a cricketer.
Aditi had recently completed her Class 12 examinations. She was living in Nagpur with her mother and brother while her father remained in Akola. Following dinner on Wednesday, Aditi reportedly went to her room, where the tragic incident occurred. Her brother was out of town at the time.
Police recovered a suicide note from Aditi's room. According to authorities, the note conveyed her sadness about the selection outcome and her desire for her parents to be proud, specifically mentioning her brother's success. A case of accidental death has been registered, and further investigations are underway to understand the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event.
