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Salil Ankola enters mental health care near Pune after mother death
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Published on 7 May 2026
He sought help after depression worsened last year
Former India cricketer Salil Ankola has admitted himself to a mental health care centre near Pune, family confirmed. He is receiving treatment for severe depression after his mother died last year, as his emotional health deteriorated. The cricket fraternity has rallied in support. Ankola also previously completed rehabilitation for alcohol addiction nearly two decades ago.
- Salil Ankola is undergoing treatment for severe depression near Pune
- Family says his decision followed his mother’s death last year
- Support has come from the cricket fraternity
- He previously underwent rehabilitation for alcohol addiction
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