Meerut, India – A 20-year-old student from Bihar jumped off the fifth floor of a private college building in Meerut. The student, identified as Shashi Kumar, was a first-year BCA student at the college.
According to police, Kumar was speaking on the phone when he jumped off the building. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
The police are investigating the cause of the suicide. However, they believe that Kumar may have been under stress due to his studies.
This is the second suicide in two days at a private college in Meerut. Earlier, a 22-year-old BTech student, Shivam Bhargava, hanged himself in his hostel room.
The two suicides have raised concerns about the mental health of students in Meerut.
Mental health experts say that students are increasingly under pressure from studies and competition. They say that students should seek help if they are feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
If you are struggling with your mental health, please reach out for help. There are many resources available to you, including:
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
- The Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
You are not alone. There is help available.
