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Nandyal: A couple died by suicide after being unable to repay mounting debts. The incident took place on Monday morning in Nandyal.

According to reports, the husband, identified as Sheshadri, had took heavy debts after becoming addicted to online gaming. He  borrowed money from several people and also pledged his wife’s jewellery in an attempt to meet the financial problems.

However, the couple was unable to repay the debts, leaving them distressed over their financial situation. They subsequently took the extreme step.

Police reached the spot after receiving information about the incident and initiated an investigation. A case has been registered, and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths and the exact reasons behind the couple’s decision.

Further details are awaited.

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