Girl dies by suicide after alleged humiliation at school
A 14-year-old Class 8 student in Bengaluru died by suicide on Wednesday, reportedly after facing humiliation at her school. In a handwritten suicide note, the girl said an incident at school had caused her immense emotional pain, according to police sources.
The incident came to light when the girl's mother found her hanging in her room in the Kengeri area of Bengaluru. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared her brought dead.
Suicide note points to school incident
Police recovered a suicide note from the room, in which the girl allegedly wrote that she was humiliated by a teacher in front of her classmates. The note did not provide further details about the incident. The girl's family has alleged that the school administration failed to address her complaints.
"We have registered a case of unnatural death and are investigating the matter. The suicide note has been sent for forensic analysis. We are also recording statements from the girl's classmates and teachers," a police officer said.
Family demands action against school
The girl's parents have demanded strict action against the school and the teacher responsible. "Our daughter was very upset after what happened at school. She told us about it, but we thought it would blow over. We never imagined she would take such a step," the father said.
The school administration has not issued an official statement yet. However, a school official said they are cooperating with the police investigation. The incident has sparked outrage among parents in the area, who have called for a thorough probe.
Rising cases of student suicides
This incident adds to the growing concern over student suicides in Karnataka. According to data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), Karnataka reported over 500 student suicides in 2024, with academic pressure and bullying being major factors. Mental health experts have stressed the need for schools to have counseling cells and anti-bullying policies.
"Schools must create a safe environment where students can report issues without fear. Teachers should be trained to handle sensitive situations," said Dr. Radhika Rao, a child psychologist.
