FIR Filed Against Manipal Academy Staff After Udupi Student's Suicide

A 20‑year‑old student from Udupi District tragically lost his life by suicide last week after reporting repeated harassment and humiliation by staff members at Manipal Academy. The incident has raised alarm among parents and students alike, sparking calls for stricter safeguards on campus.

According to reports, the student alleged that faculty members subjected him to verbal abuse and consistently demeaning remarks during coursework. After the incidents escalated, the student reportedly sought counseling but found the response unsatisfactory, leading him to take his own life. In response, the police have registered an FIR against several staff members on charges of harassment and mental abuse.

The tragedy has prompted the local education board to impose a temporary shutdown of classes and has triggered an investigative probe into the academy’s disciplinary policies. This case underscores the urgent need for comprehensive mental health support and stronger institutional accountability in schools across the district. Source: Google News – Manipal.