Tragic Suicide of Punjabi University Pharmacy Student in Patiala
Suicide Impact Among Students
In a heart-wrenching incident, Shubham, a 19-year-old first-year Bachelor of Pharmacy student at Punjabi University, was discovered unresponsive in his hostel room at the Baba Banda Singh Bahadur hostel in Patiala. This tragedy has raised alarm regarding suicide rates among students in educational institutions.
Circumstances Surrounding the Incident
Initial reports indicate that Shubham allegedly took his own life by hanging himself from the ceiling fan. The police stated that there was no suicide note found at the scene. His roommate had left for the weekend, and it remains unclear when the incident occurred, either during Friday night or early Saturday morning. Authorities were informed around 1:30 PM on Saturday, leading to immediate investigations.
Continuing Investigations
The Station House Officer from the Urban Estate Police Station in Patiala mentioned ongoing inquiries into the case, underlining the need for deeper analyses regarding student mental health and support systems.
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