Assam: Massive protests take over IIT Guwahati after 21-year-old student’s dead body found in hostel room; suicide suspected.

A 21-year-old student from the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (IIT-G) was found dead in his hostel room, according to police reports. This incident marks the fourth student death at the institute this year and has led to protests among students questioning the effectiveness of the institute’s mental health and welfare support systems.

The protests underscore growing frustration over perceived deficiencies in student support, as this is the second suicide at the institute within a month. On August 9, Saumya, an M.Tech student from Uttar Pradesh, was found dead in her hostel room under similar circumstances.

An institute spokesperson stated, “IITG is deeply saddened to report the loss of a student from our community. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the student’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.”

The spokesperson further noted, “We encourage our student community to reach out to our support networks. IITG reaffirms its commitment to fostering a supportive and safe environment for all students.” They added, “IITG remains dedicated to prioritizing the mental health and well-being of our student community during these challenging times.”

A police officer noted that an investigation into the matter is currently underway. The body of the male student, who was from Uttar Pradesh, has been sent to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) for a postmortem examination.