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In a deeply saddening case of extreme isolation, a 55-year-old techie was rescued from his Navi Mumbai flat last week after spending over three years locked inside, completely cut off from society. With his entire family gone and no close friends to turn to, Anup Kumar Nair voluntarily confined himself, battling deep depression and psychological trauma.

Nair, a former computer programmer, lived alone in Gharkool Society, Sector 24, Juinagar. As reported by India Today, social workers from SEAL (Social and Evangelical Association for Love), a Panvel-based NGO, discovered that he had not stepped out of his flat in over three years. His only link to the outside world was via food delivery apps, which he used to fulfil basic needs.

When the SEAL team entered his flat, they found him in a severely neglected state surrounded by filth and garbage, and suffering from an advanced leg infection.

His mental health had sharply declined over the years, particularly after losing his parents and the earlier suicide of his elder brother nearly 20 years ago. The overwhelming grief led him to withdraw completely, cutting ties with society, neighbours, and even casual acquaintances.

The matter came to light when a resident of the housing society raised concerns with SEAL about the condition of Nair’s flat. Responding promptly, the NGO team gained entry and arranged urgent medical care.

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“He rarely opened his door and never disposed of garbage,” said Vijay Shibe, Chairman of Gharkool Society.
“We tried to help him in small ways and even provided financial assistance when we could. But we knew something was seriously wrong.”

Nikhil Marathe, a local resident who played a key role in alerting authorities, said, “It's heartbreaking to see someone deteriorate like this in silence. We all need to be more aware of those living alone around us.”

Nair is now receiving treatment and emotional support at SEAL Ashram in Panvel. Doctors and caregivers note that while his mental state remains fragile, there are early signs of recovery.

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In a moment of emotional vulnerability, Nair told his caretakers, “My parents are gone, my brother is gone, and I have no friends left. My health is also not good. So there’s no scope for a new beginning.”