Tragic String of Student Suicides at KIIT Campus Raises Alarms

A 1st-year B Tech student from KIIT, identified as Rahul Yadav, was found hanging in his hostel room. This marks the third student suicide at the campus this year, prompting concerns and demands for action from politicians. Police are investigating the incident thoroughly.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 01-12-2025 14:51 IST | Created: 01-12-2025 14:51 IST
Tragic String of Student Suicides at KIIT Campus Raises Alarms
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A first-year B Tech student at KIIT University, identified as Rahul Yadav, was discovered hanging in his hostel room, causing distress within the academic community.

Police unveiled the incident, which occurred on Sunday, and have since launched an investigation. This marks the third student suicide at the university this year, raising serious concerns among officials and students alike.

Political figures, such as BJP MLA Saroj Padhi, are voicing their demands for stringent actions, highlighting a troubling pattern on the KIIT campus. The police have deployed scientific teams to examine the scene thoroughly as they seek answers.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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