Kurukshetra University BSc student dies by suicide in hostel room

NEW DELHI: A first-year BSc student of Kurukshetra University allegedly committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling of her hostel room here on Saturday, police said. They said the student was identified as Shagun, a resident of Chhattar village in Jind district of Haryana. Station House Officer of Kurukshetra University police station Dinesh Singh said Shagun was alone in her room when she took the extreme step.

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When her roommate returned, she found her body hanging from the ceiling with a dupatta. Police said no suicide note was found. An investigation has been launched into the matter and the body has been sent for post-mortem, they said.

If you know someone – friend or family member – at risk of suicide, please reach out to them. Those in distress or having suicidal thoughts or tendencies could seek help and counselling by calling 9820466726 or visiting AASRA’s official website or can call iCALL on 9152987821. Here are some more helpline numbers of suicide prevention organisations that can offer emotional support to individuals and families.