Students in Patna gathered outside their former hostel with family members by their side. They demanded immediate access to their academic materials. Intermediate examinations start on February 2. The crucial NEET test follows shortly after that date.
Hostel Closed After Tragic Incident
The hostel authorities closed the building following a mysterious death. An 18-year-old student was found dead there recently. Police reports indicate she was allegedly sexually assaulted before her death. This tragic event led to the immediate shutdown of the facility.
Students Voice Their Frustration
One protester expressed clear frustration about the situation. "Our intermediate exams begin on February 2," the student said. "NEET comes right after that. All our textbooks and study notes remain inside the building. Officials tell us to visit the police station instead. We do not understand why we should go there for our own property."
Another student echoed similar concerns about exam preparation. "We arrived here specifically to collect our books and notes," the protester added. "Security personnel refuse us entry. How can we possibly prepare for these important examinations? We simply want our belongings returned so we can study properly."
A Former Resident Shares Perspective
A student who lived at the hostel for six months provided additional context. "I was present in the building during the incident," the former resident stated. "I did not witness anything unusual that day. My daily routine continued normally. After learning what happened, I decided to leave the hostel permanently. Today we returned for our study materials, but they will not let us enter."
Police Statement on the Situation
Station House Officer Roshni Kumari from Chitragupt Nagar police station addressed the matter. "Students have already collected their personal belongings from the hostel," Kumari stated clearly. "The specific room where authorities found the NEET aspirant unconscious remains officially sealed. Currently, no students reside in that hostel building."
Background on the Hostel Property
The hostel itself stands on land involved in a legal dispute. Owner Manish Kumar Ranjan has faced multiple controversies in the past. Previous charges against him include celebratory firing incidents. This background adds complexity to the ongoing situation at the hostel.
Students continue to wait outside the closed gates. They hope to retrieve their academic materials before their examinations begin. The police maintain their position regarding access to the sealed premises. The community watches closely as these young people face significant academic challenges amid difficult circumstances.
