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NEET Aspirant in Kota Dies by Suicide, Evades Anti-Suicide Device

The 18-year-old student from Bihar left a note absolving family and academic pressure, marking the 11th student suicide in Kota this year.

Last year, 20 students died by suicide in Kota. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The deceased is believed to have sent a WhatsApp message to his sister before taking the extreme step. (Representative image)

Overview

  • An 18-year-old NEET aspirant from Chapra, Bihar, was found dead in his Kota hostel room early Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
  • The student used an iron hook above a ceiling fan equipped with an anti-suicide device to hang himself, bypassing the safety mechanism.
  • A suicide note recovered from the room stated that neither his family nor NEET preparation was to blame, though it did not disclose the reason for his decision.
  • Before the incident, the student sent a WhatsApp message to his sister, prompting her to alert the hostel caretaker, who then informed the police.
  • This marks the 11th student suicide in Kota this year, highlighting ongoing challenges in addressing mental health and safety in the city's coaching industry.