Nagpur, Aug. 6 -- An 80-year-old homeopathy doctor on Wednesday allegedly consumed poison along with his wife, reportedly due to prolonged illness and died on the spot, while his 70-year-old wife is in critical condition at a private hospital, police said.
The deceased has been identified as Dr. Gangadhar Balaji Harne, a practicing homeopath, and his wife as Nirmala Harne. The couple, who lived alone in Samarth Nagari, allegedly attempted suicide on Wednesday morning.
According to reports, Dr. Harne had been suffering from severe stomach and dental ailments and had been undergoing treatment for a long time. Frustrated by his deteriorating health, the couple is believed to have taken the extreme step.
A suicide note was recovered from the...