A software professional from Haryana identified
Saurabh Shekhar, a 36‑year‑old software employee from Haryana, was named as the person who died after inhaling helium gas.
Saturday: a visit to a friend and a stay in Kondapur
On Saturday he left his residence, informing his family that he was going to meet a friend. After that meeting he checked into the VV Heights service apartment in the Kondapur area of Hyderabad.
Sunday: the helium inhalation incident
While staying at the service apartment on Sunday, Shekhar allegedly inhaled helium gas. The act resulted in his death, which authorities have described as an apparent suicide.
While staying at the service apartment on Sunday, Shekhar allegedly inhaled helium gas.
Police action and ongoing investigation
On 2026-10-12 police registered a case concerning the death. Investigators are now examining the circumstances to determine what transpired.