A Class IX student from Delhi Public School (DPS) Sector 45 in Gurgaon has allegedly died by suicide at her Rajiv Colony residence, with police investigations pointing toward severe academic stress and adjustment difficulties following a recent relocation from Lucknow.
Police Investigation Reveals Academic Pressure as Key Factor
According to authorities from the Naharpar police outpost, the 14-year-old girl was found hanging from a ceiling fan in her room on Wednesday night. The incident came to light on Thursday morning when her mother attempted to wake her for school but received no response. Alarmed by the silence, the mother immediately contacted her husband, and together they peered into the room through an air conditioning window, discovering the tragic scene.
Diary Recovered as Suicide Note
During their inspection of the premises, police officers recovered a personal diary from the teenager's room, which is being treated as a crucial suicide note. Investigating Officer Mahender stated that "the diary points towards academic pressure" as a primary factor in the tragedy. The note specifically mentioned the girl's anxiety about an upcoming social science examination scheduled for Thursday, highlighting the immense stress she was experiencing regarding her studies.
Adjustment Struggles After Relocation
The diary entries revealed additional layers to the teenager's distress. The family had moved to Gurgaon from Lucknow in April of the previous year, and the note indicated that the girl felt profoundly isolated in her new environment. She expressed missing her previous friend circle and struggling to adapt to the different school atmosphere at DPS Sector 45.
No Foul Play Suspected
Police have confirmed that no incriminating material was found at the scene beyond the diary, and they currently suspect no foul play in the case. The investigation remains focused on understanding the complete circumstances surrounding the teenager's mental state and the pressures she faced.
This tragic incident underscores the critical need for:
- Enhanced mental health support systems in educational institutions
- Better mechanisms to help students transition between schools and cities
- Increased awareness about academic pressure management among teenagers
- Parental vigilance regarding signs of stress and isolation in adolescents
The Gurgaon community has been shaken by this loss, with educators and mental health professionals emphasizing the importance of creating more supportive environments for students navigating academic challenges and life transitions.
