Kota: JEE aspirant found hanging in PG room; another student's death triggers allegations of negligence
- Two students died in separate incidents in Kota this past weekend, renewing safety concerns in the coaching hub. A 16-year-old JEE aspirant died Sunday night, while 19-year-old NEET aspirant Gautam Kumar succumbed Sunday after being found unconscious Saturday.
- Gautam's family alleges hostel authorities neglected his absence during four daily meals, discovering his condition only after a relative checked on him Saturday night. Cousin Akhilesh told media, "Nobody here is taking responsibility-- neither the hostel nor the coaching centre."
- Circle Inspector Mukesh Meena stated no suicide note was recovered from the 16-year-old JEE aspirant's room in Mahaveer Nagar-I. Investigators are awaiting post-mortem reports to determine the cause of death.
- Authorities lodged FIRs under relevant sections for both incidents, according to Circle Inspector Devesh Bhardwaj. Police are yet to reach conclusions pending post-mortem reports and further investigation.
- These tragedies renew concerns regarding student health and safety protocols in Kota. Officials encourage those in distress to contact AASRA's 24/7 helpline at 91-9820466726 for professional mental health support.
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Times of IndiaKota: JEE aspirant found hanging in PG room; another student's death triggers allegations of negligence
Two separate incidents involving student deaths in Kota have raised significant concerns about health and safety. A 16-year-old student from Madhya Pradesh was found hanging in a paying guest room. Meanwhile, a 19-year-old NEET aspirant from Bihar was discovered unconscious in his hostel bathroom. Family members expressed suspicions of negligence from hostel authorities regarding both incidents. Police have initiated investigations into the causes of these tragic events.
JEE aspirant found dead in PG room in Kota, another student dies after being found unconscious in bathroom
The victim had arrived in Kota six months ago to prepare for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). No suicide note has been recovered from the deceased's room, and the reason behind this extreme step is yet to be ascertained.
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