Defence security guard at Air Force base in Tamil Nadu dies by suicide

21-Oct-2025

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A 47-year-old Defence Security Corps (DSC) guard at Sulur Airforce base near Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, identified as Sanu, died by suicide on the morning of October 19, officials said. Sanu reportedly shot himself with an AK-103 rifle around 6.10 am.

According to a complaint filed by his wife, Indulekha, Sanu had recently visited their hometown in Palakkad, where he appeared to be under mental stress. 

A doctor had prescribed medication, which he reportedly discontinued after two days.

Indulekha said that after returning to duty on October 12, Sanu had again mentioned experiencing mental stress during a video call. Tragically, she received the news of his death in the early morning of October 19.