Fri Apr 11 03:18:41 UTC 2025: ## Pharmacist’s Death Exposes Alleged Sexual Exploitation and Rape at Andhra Pradesh Hospital

**Rajamahendravaram, Andhra Pradesh –** The tragic death of a 24-year-old pharmacy intern, Devi (name changed), has sparked outrage and launched a police investigation into allegations of sexual exploitation and rape at KIMS-Bollineni Hospital in Rajamahendravaram. Devi, just a month away from completing her Pharm D, allegedly died by suicide eleven days after self-administering a powerful anesthetic.

A five-page suicide note, discovered by her family, details a harrowing account of alleged sexual harassment and physical abuse at the hands of 37-year-old assistant general manager Duvvada Madhava Rao Deepak. Devi reportedly confided in her diary that Deepak, after initially offering her help with accommodation, repeatedly sexually exploited her, promising marriage but ultimately refusing to fulfill his promise. The alleged abuse escalated in the first week of March when Deepak allegedly slapped her repeatedly after she pressed him to marry her.

The police investigation, based on the suicide note, recovered selfies from Devi’s phone showing injuries consistent with her claims. A crucial piece of evidence, though, is missing: clear CCTV footage of the incident itself. Many cameras in the relevant areas of the hospital had been non-functional for six months. An empty vial of the anesthetic used was found, confirming Devi had access to it as a clinical pharmacist.

Deepak was initially charged with criminal intimidation and sexual harassment, but the charges were upgraded to include rape and stalking after Devi’s family provided evidence. He was arrested on March 26th. While the investigation continues to determine whether Devi self-administered the drug or was given it, the case has ignited public outcry and raises serious concerns about workplace safety and the protection of vulnerable individuals in the healthcare industry. The family’s story highlights the additional challenges faced by those from marginalized backgrounds. The autopsy report is pending. The incident has prompted calls for improved safety measures and stricter regulations in hospitals.

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