The Supreme Court has ordered all higher education institutions to immediately report any student suicide or unnatural death to the police. The Court said colleges and universities cannot avoid their duty to ensure student safety, mental well-being, and timely support systems.
The Kerala High Court has urged the state government to implement a strict anti-ragging law following the suicide of a student, J S Sidharthan, due to severe ragging. The court stressed the necessity for harsh penalties against those found guilty and mandated a thorough inquiry into staff responsibilities at the Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.
The Supreme Court of India acquitted a school manager accused of provoking a student’s suicide through scolding, stating no direct link existed between the scolding and the tragedy. The court emphasized that scolding is common and shouldn’t automatically determine legal responsibility for suicide, acknowledging the unpredictability of individual mental responses.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the four-day delay in filing a First Information Report (FIR) related to a student suicide at IIT Kharagpur. The Court demanded appearances from IIT officials and police to explain the delay. It reflects growing concerns about student suicides and accountability among educational institutions and authorities.
The Supreme Court of India has established a National Task Force to address student mental health and prevent suicides, prompted by recent tragedies at IIT Kharagpur and Kota. The court is investigating whether proper FIRs were filed following these incidents, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive measures against increasing student suicides.