Who was San Rachel? Miss World Black beauty winner died at 26 by…, heartbreaking note reveals shocking truth
Popular model and social media personality Sankara Priya, widely known by her stage name San Rachel, died by suicide at the age of 26. Rachel rose to fame in the competitive world of pageantry, where she secured several titles, including Miss Puducherry 2020, Miss Best Attitude 2019, Miss Dark Queen Tamil Nadu 2019, and Queen of Madras in both 2022 and 2023. She had been living in Puducherry with her husband Sathya, who she married last year.
San Rachel was struggling with depression?
However, behind the success, Rachel was quietly battling mental health issues. Sources revealed that she struggled with depression, due to mounting financial debts. On June 6, she allegedly consumed pills at her home Karamanikuppam after she went to meet her father in the city. Her parents rushed her to the Puducherry Government Hospital, but she reportedly was later moved to a Government hospital.
She was experiencing severe body pain and her health began deteriorating. Rachel was then admitted to Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research for advanced care. Despite best medical treatment, she passed away on Sunday.
What is police’s statement on San Rachel’s death?
According to police investigation, personal pressure and financial debts have led her to take an extreme step of suicide. Her body has been moved to the Puducherry Government Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Police claim that in recent months, she sold her jewellery to raise money for her career. She also took financial help from her father, but he couldn’t support her anymore as he had to take care of her brother. The police also found a suicide note, where she mentioned that one was responsible for her death.
San Rachel’s death has sent shockwaves through the regional and pageant communities, with many mourning her death and expressing more awareness around mental health. If someone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, support is available through mental health professionals and helpline numbers.
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