A PhD scholar from the University of Hyderabad was found dead in suspicious conditions on Monday morning.

According to Gachibowli Police, Dipika Mahapatra, 29, was found in an unconscious state by other students from a hostel bathroom of UoH at around 8 am.

"UoH management immediately shifted Dipika to a local hospital in Gachibowli. However, the doctors declared her brought dead," the police informed.

A case has been registered under relevant sections in Gachibowli police station. Dipika was said to have been under medication as she was suffering from a neurological condition and epilepsy. Further investigations are underway.

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