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Class XI Dalit Student in TN Dies by Suicide After Alleged Caste Harassment over Beef Consumption
Police said two students, a teacher and the principal were booked after a Class 11 student died by suicide following alleged caste-based harassment and assault.
- On Thursday, Coimbatore police arrested teacher Vijayakumar following the suicide of 16-year-old student Akilan on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
- Akilan's mother, Kowsalyadevi, alleged that two months ago Vijayakumar asked the class to identify students who consume beef, prompting Akilan and four others to stand.
- Kowsalyadevi further alleged two classmates harassed Akilan over his caste, while principal Arunkumar failed to intervene despite her son's complaints to him.
- Peelamedu police booked two students, Vijayakumar, and principal Arunkumar on charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Sections 115 and 108 and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Act.
- Further investigation is underway, while assistance for suicidal thoughts is available via the State health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416, and Sneha's helpline 044-24640050.
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The death of 16-year-old Dalit student Akilan in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is gaining momentum. He was harassed for eating beef and has been accused of caste discrimination. The headmaster and teacher have been suspended in connection with the case. Read the full story.
Coimbatore Student's Tragic Suicide Linked To Caste And Beef Bullying
A Class XI student in Coimbatore allegedly died by suicide after facing caste-based harassment and bullying from classmates and inaction from school authorities, stemming from his disclosure of being Scheduled Caste and eating beef. Police have arrested the class teacher and booked cases against four individuals, while the Tamil Nadu State Commission has sought a report.
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