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- A BTech student at IIT Guwahati died on Sunday after allegedly jumping from the fifth floor of a hostel building, and police are investigating while awaiting a postmortem report from Gauhati Medical College and Hospital.
- The student, described as academically bright, had secured an internship with Goldman Sachs, and his parents from Odisha's Puri are travelling to the campus.
- IIT Guwahati says it is cooperating with the investigation, is supporting the family, and has appealed against speculation.
- The report notes a series of student deaths on campus since 2022, including three in 2024 that triggered protests over mental health support, and the institute says it has since strengthened counselling services.
What to watch next
- Findings of the postmortem and outcome of the police investigation
- Whether the death prompts fresh student protests or demands for reforms
- Any updates from IIT Guwahati on its mental health support measures
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