Scientist at ADA Bengaluru Dies by Suicide, Family Cites Work Stress

Sharad Katiyar, a scientist at the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bengaluru, passed away on Wednesday. The cause of death was confirmed as suicide by local authorities. Katiyar's family has alleged that work-related stress played a significant role in his decision. Katiyar was a member of the programming department at the ADA and was involved in the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk2 program. The ADA is a government agency responsible for developing and testing military aircraft in India.