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IIIT Allahabad Student's Suicide Highlights Mental Health Crisis in Elite Institutions

The death of a hearing and speech-impaired first-year student has led to ongoing protests, a formal investigation, and proposed reforms to address academic stress and inadequate support systems.

Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad, campus (File)
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Overview

  • Rahul Madala Chaitanya, a first-year student at IIIT Allahabad, died by suicide on March 29, 2025, after reportedly struggling with academic pressures and prolonged absence from classes.
  • The institute has launched a formal investigation with a three-member committee tasked to submit a report within a week.
  • Students are protesting, holding the administration accountable for academic stress, lack of mental health support, and poor communication with families.
  • The institute has proposed forming a sub-committee with student representation to address mental health challenges and improve communication channels.
  • This incident has reignited concerns over mental health crises in competitive academic environments, following similar tragedies at other prestigious institutions in India.