Jaipur, Oct 24
A 21-year-old MBBS student of Kota Medical College died by suicide after reportedly falling into depression over failing in her exams. The incident took place in Akashvani Colony, which falls under the Nayapura police station area of Kota, said officials on Friday.
According to SHO Vinod Kumar, the deceased, Prachi Meena (21), was a third-year MBBS student.
He said that Prachi had been deeply upset ever since she failed her medical exams, adding that her father, Kamal Prasad, stated that she had been depressed for the past few days.
The incident has once again highlighted the growing pressure and mental health challenges faced by students in Kota, which is known as the country’s coaching hub.
The police have registered a case under Section 174 of the CrPC and initiated further investigation, said officials.