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The heartbreaking suicide of Dr. Navdeep Singh forces us to confront a harsh truth about our medical system. How did a profession designed to save lives become one that pushes its own into despair? Dr. Singh wasn’t just a medical student—he was the top ranker in NEET UG 2017, a beacon of academic excellence. Pursuing an MD in Radiology at MAMC, one of India’s best, his journey was a testament to relentless hard work, resilience, and sacrifice. Yet, despite his incredible achievements, we failed him. Why is there no regular mental health support for healthcare professionals? Why do we not have a robust grievance system to address their struggles? And where is the dedicated helpline for their well-being? India is already facing a severe shortage of specialist doctors—we can’t afford to lose more, especially to something preventable. The lack of mental health support for our healthcare workers isn’t just a personal tragedy. It’s a systemic failure. And it’s one that we’ve collectively ignored for far too long.