Student Suicide Highlights Mental Health Struggles in Coaching Hubs

The death of Shruti Kumari, a NEET aspirant in Patna, has once again brought the issue of student mental health into focus. Shruti, who had recently completed her 12th grade, was found dead in her hostel room on Tuesday. Friends described her as a quiet student, but noted she had appeared troubled in the days leading up to the incident. With no suicide note left behind, authorities are exploring various angles, including academic pressure and personal issues. This incident adds to the growing number of student suicides in major coaching centers, emphasizing the need for better emotional support systems for students living away from home.