Dance instructor found dead
According to police, Kumar arrived in the city just a month ago to work as a dance teacher at Delight Dance School in Gokul Plots. He was also residing in the studio.
The police said that he took the drastic step allegedly upset due to financial troubles and personal despair. A case was booked and an investigation is underway.
(Roshini suicide prevention helpline numbers: 8142020033/44)
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