Tragic Suicide of MNNIT Student in Prayagraj Raises Concerns
A tragic incident unfolded at the Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology in Prayagraj, where a first-year student, Rikesh Kumar Rohidas, reportedly took his own life. The student, originally from Chhattisgarh, was pursuing a BTech in Computer Science. Local police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, which occurred in the Vivekanand hostel. Authorities are currently looking into the reasons behind this heartbreaking event, raising concerns about student mental health and well-being.
May 22, 2025, 21:57 IST
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Incident Overview
A heartbreaking event occurred when a first-year student at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) reportedly took his own life in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Details About the Student
The student, identified as Rikesh Kumar Rohidas, hailed from Chhattisgarh and was enrolled in a BTech program specializing in Computer Science.
Police Investigation
According to a senior police official, the Shivkuti police station was alerted about the incident, indicating that the student had hanged himself in the Vivekanand hostel. Authorities promptly arrived at the scene and have since sent the body for a postmortem examination.
The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
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