Andhra Pradesh: Medical student dies by suicide in hostel room

KAKINADA: A 23-year-old student of Rangaraya Medical College here died by suicide in his hostel in the intervening night between Monday and Tuesday, a police official said. The student identified as R Sai Ram died by suicide in his hostel room when his roommate was away studying in another room, police added.

"We are yet to determine the reason for his suicide, we are investigating," the official told PTI. According to police, Sai Ram hailed from a small village near Narasapuram in West Godavari district. Meanwhile, police registered a case under Section 194 of BNS.

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.