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IIT Bombay Student Dies by Suicide Amid Depression Battle
5 Feb
Summary
- A 21-year-old civil engineering student died by suicide on campus.
- The student was undergoing treatment for depression, faculty stated.
- Police question IIT Bombay's hostel terrace security after the incident.
A second-year civil engineering student at IIT Bombay, Naman Agarwal (21), died by suicide on Wednesday in Powai, Mumbai. Sources close to the investigation revealed that Agarwal was receiving treatment for depression. Faculty members have clarified that academic pressure was not the cause, highlighting his strong academic record. He was from Pilani, Rajasthan, and resided in hostel 3.
His passing has raised serious concerns regarding security protocols at IIT Bombay's hostels. This is the second reported instance of a student dying by suicide by jumping from a hostel terrace within the past year. Police are investigating the accessibility of hostel terraces, noting the absence of guards and an open terrace door, which the administration cited as a fire safety measure.
Campus community members, including hostel mates, remembered Agarwal as a smiling and cheerful individual. His last social media post on October 25 featured him with friends in Halloween costumes, captioned with terms like "enjoying" and "fun." The Powai police have been in contact with Agarwal's family. A condolence meeting was held on campus on Wednesday night. Experts suggest a thorough review of mental health support systems in educational institutions like IITs is necessary for prevention and sustained emotional support.
