Telangana, Nov 27: In a heart-wrenching incident, a student of IIIT-Basara in Nirmal, Telangana, identified as Praveen Kumar, reportedly took his own life on Sunday. The incident occurred in the student’s hostel room, where he was found hanging from the ceiling.
Praveen Kumar, a resident of Nagarkurnool, had recently embarked on his academic journey at IIIT-Basara and was in the first year of a five-year integrated engineering course. The reasons behind this extreme step remain unclear, and the police have initiated an investigation into the matter.
Upon receiving the information, the police promptly registered a case and transferred Praveen Kumar’s body to the Bhainsa government hospital for post-mortem procedures. The tragic incident has cast a pall of gloom over the IIIT-Basara community.
The institute and local authorities are extending support to the grieving family, and counseling services may be provided to students and staff affected by this unfortunate event. The police investigation aims to uncover the circumstances leading to this tragic incident and determine if any external factors contributed to the student’s decision.
This incident highlights the importance of mental health support systems within educational institutions and the broader community. It serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to create an environment that fosters well-being and offers assistance to those in need.
