In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through the prestigious campus, IIT Kanpur has constituted a special three-member committee to investigate the circumstances leading to the alleged suicide of a BTech student. The young student, a native of Ajmer, was found deceased in his hostel room on Monday.
Committee to Lead the Investigation
The investigation will be spearheaded by a panel led by Dr. Dhananjay Chaudhary, who heads the psychiatry department at GSVM Medical College. The committee's mandate is to prepare a detailed report on the incident. IIT Deputy Director Prof. Brajbhushan has stated that the panel will thoroughly examine the student's academic record and will interview his friends, classmates, family members, and faculty. He further assured that if the family files a formal complaint with specific allegations against any individual, those claims will be included within the scope of the committee's probe.
Family Alleges Foul Play and Intimidation
The student's family has expressed deep suspicion regarding the events leading up to his death. They revealed that the student appeared to be living in fear and was often anxious about being threatened or intimidated. According to family members, he would frequently call home to inquire if any senior or friend had contacted them, indicating a state of heightened fear. A brief suicide note, stating "sorry everyone," was discovered near his body, adding to the somber mystery of the case.
Police Complaint Filed and Next Steps
Taking the matter forward, the deceased's sister, who is a doctor, has filed a formal complaint at the Kalyanpur police station. Kalyanpur police station in-charge Rajendrakant has confirmed that they have registered the complaint and will take necessary action based on the findings of their investigation. The police probe is expected to run parallel to the institute's internal committee investigation to ensure a comprehensive examination of all angles.
The entire IIT Kanpur community is in mourning as it grapples with this profound loss. The institute's swift move to form an investigative committee underscores the seriousness with which it is treating the allegations raised by the grieving family. The outcome of these parallel investigations is keenly awaited to bring clarity and, hopefully, some measure of closure to this heartbreaking episode.
