2nd-year MBBS student of GMC Palakkad hangs self in hostel room
Suicide
Palakkad: In an unfortunate incident, a second-year medical student of Government Medical College, Palakkad allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself in the hostel room on Tuesday night.
According to his roommates and friends, the deceased, a resident of Kollam Peringad was suffering from depression and was irregular in attending classes. His friends claimed that he also distanced himself from them.
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As per latest The Hindu news report, His parents claimed that there is a mystery surrounding his death. At the same time, a community group backing the recent student strike at Government Medical College, Palakkad for better facilities also raised questions about the circumstances of his passing.
Following this, Arumughan Pathichira and Raymant Antony, the conveners of the People's Forum, have submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister, urging for a thorough investigation into the unfortunate demise of the student.
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