Thane: Teen Who Scored 95.7% Dies by Suicide After Failing To Get Admission in Preferred College
A 17-year-old student who scored 95.7 per cent in his Class 12 science exams died by suicide in Thane after reportedly being distressed over an admission setback. Police said he wanted to pursue a BS-MS dual degree at IIEST Shibpur but could not secure a seat after ranking 10,474 in the aptitude test.
A 17-year-old student who scored 95.7 per cent in his Class 12 science examinations died by suicide in Thane after reportedly becoming distressed over not securing admission to the higher education institute of his choice, police said on Monday, September 7. The teenager lived with his family at a housing complex in Hiranandani Estate on Ghodbunder Road.
According to police, the student aspired to pursue a BS-MS dual degree at the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, in Kolkata, PTI reported. He reportedly fell short of securing a seat after ranking 10,474 in the institute's aptitude test, and police said the admission setback appeared to have deepened his distress. IIT Mandi PhD Student Dies by Suicide in Rented Room After Exam Results.
Teen Who Scored 95.7% Dies by Suicide in Thane
Police said the teenager left his residence at around 7:30 pm on Friday, September 4, telling his family that he was going cycling. At around 8:15 pm, he sent a message to the family WhatsApp group indicating that he intended to end his life.
After seeing the message and finding that his phone was switched off, his family immediately alerted the Kasarvadavali Police Station. Police personnel and family members began searching the area and later found the teenager severely injured on a pavement near his apartment. He was taken to Civil Hospital in Thane, where doctors declared him dead on arrival, police said. Delhi: Teen Girl Dies by Suicide in Shahdara After Being Scolded for Returning Home Late.
Admission Setback Reportedly Led To Distress
The teenager had recently completed his Class 12 science examinations with 95.7 per cent marks. Police said he wanted to pursue a BS-MS dual degree at IIEST Shibpur, a reputed engineering and science institute in West Bengal.
However, he was unable to secure a seat after ranking 10,474 in the aptitude test. Police said his disappointment over not obtaining admission to his preferred institute appeared to have contributed to his distress.
An accidental death report (ADR) has been registered under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), based on a statement given by the teenager's father. Section 194 of the BNSS sets out the procedure for police inquiries and reporting in cases involving unnatural or suspicious deaths. Police said the family does not suspect foul play and has attributed the teenager's death to academic distress.
The case has again drawn attention to the pressure that students can face around competitive examinations, admissions and expectations about higher education.
A high academic score does not necessarily protect students from emotional distress, particularly when expectations around college admissions and career plans are not met. Parents, teachers and institutions can play an important role by encouraging students to discuss setbacks and seek support when they are struggling emotionally.
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Helpline Numbers:
Tele Manas (Ministry of Health) – 14416 or 1800 891 4416; NIMHANS – 080-46110007; 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) – 8322252525.
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