A tragic incident has been reported from Belthangady in Dakshina Kannada district, where a 17-year-old girl, a student at a private college, was found dead in her hostel room on Thursday. The young woman had been residing in the hostel while pursuing her studies at the institution.
Details of the Incident
According to the complaint lodged by the girl's parents, the college principal informed them over the phone that their daughter had allegedly died by suicide in her hostel room. The parents rushed to the hostel and identified the body. The exact circumstances surrounding the death are yet to be determined.
Police Investigation Underway
Based on the complaint, a case has been registered at the Belthangady police station under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), which deals with inquiries into unnatural deaths. The police have initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of death and any factors that may have led to the incident. Authorities are also examining the hostel premises and recording statements from fellow students and staff members.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
