Caught on CCTV: Class 10 student falls to death from hostel balcony in Odisha
According to initial reports, Krishna was staying in the school's four-storey hostel building. The exact circumstances surrounding his fall remain unclear, and the incident has raised serious questions about hostel safety and student mental health.Champua police have launched an investigation and are collecting both forensic and circumstantial evidence from the scene. While the possibility of suicide is being examined, officials have not ruled out foul play. As of now, no official statement has been issued by the school authorities or the police regarding the cause of the incident.The tragedy has brought renewed attention to the lack of mental health support systems in educational institutions across Odisha. Despite the University Grants Commission (UGC) issuing guidelines in 2023 for setting up counselling units, helpline services, and student support centres, implementation has been sparse, especially in schools and colleges outside urban centres.Police said further updates will be provided once the investigation concludes.- EndsMust Watch
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