Class 10 Student Who Shared Dais With AP CM Chandrababu Naidu Dies by Suicide; Probe Ordered
A Class 10 student from Andhra Pradesh, who gained widespread attention after sharing the stage with Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu during a state education event, died by suicide on Monday, July 27.
A Class 10 student from Andhra Pradesh, who gained widespread attention after sharing the stage with Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu during a state education event, died by suicide on Monday, July 27. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation, while Chief Minister Naidu expressed grief and ordered a thorough probe into the incident.
The deceased student, identified as Murram Shivani, was found hanging at her grandmother’s residence in Irlapalli village. Shivani was a student at the Government High School in Rampachodavaram, where her parents work at a hotel in Korukonda while she resided with her grandmother. Chandigarh: Man Dies by Suicide; Family Alleges Wife's Extramarital Affair Led to Death.
Authorities recovered a handwritten suicide note at the scene, in which Shivani apologized to her parents for failing to fulfill their expectations and dreams. Police officials stated that the specific trigger behind her decision remains under investigation.
Just three days prior to the incident, Shivani participated in the Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (MPTM 4.0) organized at the Zilla Parishad High School in Rampachodavaram. Known as an active and dedicated student, she delivered an inspiring speech on stage in the presence of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, voicing her ambition to earn the school’s "Shining Star Award" next year.
Impressed by her address, Chief Minister Naidu invited her to sit alongside him on the dais and briefly conversed with her about her academic goals. ‘I Failed Despite Your Sacrifices’: Girl Dies by Suicide After Low NEET Score in Maharashtra.
Expressing deep sadness over her death, Chief Minister Naidu directed local authorities and police officials to conduct a comprehensive inquiry into the circumstances leading to the tragedy. He recalled his recent conversation with Shivani, noting her enthusiasm and high aspirations for her future studies.
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Helpline Numbers:
Tele Manas (Ministry of Health) – 14416 or 1800 891 4416; NIMHANS – + 91 80 26995000 /5100 /5200 /5300 /5400; Peak Mind – 080-456 87786; Vandrevala Foundation – 9999 666 555; Arpita Suicide Prevention Helpline – 080-23655557; iCALL – 022-25521111 and 9152987821; COOJ Mental Health Foundation (COOJ) – 0832-2252525.
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