IIT-Bhubaneswar Student from Delhi Dies After 'Falling' from Administrative Building; Police Investigate Circumstances
IIT-Bhubaneswar Student from Delhi Dies After ‘Falling’ from Administrative Building; Police Investigate Circumstances
Bhubaneswar, September 4, 2024 — A tragic incident occurred at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar, where a 23-year-old student from Delhi lost her life after allegedly falling from the administrative building on the institute’s campus. The student, whose identity has not been publicly disclosed, was found deceased by police early Tuesday morning.
Incident Details
The incident reportedly took place in the early hours, with the body being discovered by campus security personnel who immediately alerted the authorities. The Odisha Police reached the scene promptly and cordoned off the area for investigation. The deceased was identified as a final-year student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
Investigation Underway
The circumstances leading to the fall remain unclear. While initial reports suggest it may have been an accidental fall, police have not ruled out other possibilities, including suicide or foul play. A forensic team has been deployed to gather evidence from the site, and CCTV footage from the vicinity is being reviewed to ascertain the sequence of events leading to the tragedy.
The police have also begun interviewing fellow students, faculty members, and campus staff to gather information about the student’s activities in the days leading up to the incident. According to some classmates, the student had appeared stressed in recent weeks, but there were no clear indications of any immediate danger.
Response from the Institute
In response to the incident, the IIT Bhubaneswar administration expressed deep sorrow over the loss of one of its students. A spokesperson for the institute stated, “We are profoundly saddened by this unfortunate incident. The institute is fully cooperating with the authorities in their investigation and is also providing support to the student’s family during this difficult time.”
The administration has also announced that counseling services are being made available to students and staff who may be affected by the incident.
Family and Public Reaction
The student’s family, who reside in Delhi, have been informed and are en route to Bhubaneswar. They have requested privacy as they process the tragic news. The incident has sent shockwaves through the IIT-Bhubaneswar community, with many students expressing their grief and disbelief on social media.
Local authorities have urged the public to refrain from speculating on the circumstances surrounding the death until the investigation is complete.
Next Steps
As the investigation progresses, the police are expected to release further details. An autopsy is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death. The police have assured the public that they will leave no stone unturned in uncovering the truth behind this tragic incident.