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Education
IIT Roorkee Student, 20, Dies by Suicide
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 09:47 AM
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A 20‑year‑old undergraduate at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee was found dead, reportedly having taken his own life.
A 20‑year‑old undergraduate student at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee was found dead in the campus premises, authorities say.
Preliminary reports indicate that the student had taken his own life, though investigators are still looking into the circumstances.
The incident has shocked the institute’s community, prompting a review of student welfare measures.
IIT Roorkee officials have expressed condolences and assured students that support services are available.
The case is under investigation by the local police, and the institute has requested cooperation from all parties.
Preliminary reports indicate that the student had taken his own life, though investigators are still looking into the circumstances.
The incident has shocked the institute’s community, prompting a review of student welfare measures.
IIT Roorkee officials have expressed condolences and assured students that support services are available.
The case is under investigation by the local police, and the institute has requested cooperation from all parties.