Indore (Madhya Pradesh): In a heart-wrenching appeal, Kumari Chandrakanta Jethani, a dedicated government school teacher from Indore, made a poignant appeal to President Draupadi Murmu, requesting euthanasia to end her suffering.
Despite suffering from paralysis and spending long hours in excruciating pain Chandrakanta is currently working as a teacher at a government school near Raoji Bazar police station in Indore, where she continues to inspire her students and community with her unwavering dedication to teaching, teaching children while sitting on a wheelchair for about 8 hours a day. In her letter to the President, Chandrakanta cited the unbearable pain and her desire to end her life with dignity.
This courageous yet heartbreaking decision highlights the challenges faced by individuals with severe physical disabilities and the need for comprehensive support systems.
Despite her own struggles, Chandrakanta's dedication to teaching and her students serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration.
Chandrakanta's request for euthanasia is currently pending consideration by the President and relevant authorities.
Euthanasia remains a contentious issue in India, with complex legal and ethical implications. Chandrakanta's request would require careful consideration and potentially spark a national conversation about the right to die with dignity.