45 IIT student suicides reported, 28 from marginalized groups
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Over the past five years, 45 students have died by suicide across 23 Indian Institutes of Technology, according to official reports. Of those, 28 were from scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, or other backward classes. The deaths span multiple campuses and highlight a growing concern about mental health and academic pressure among engineering students. The data has prompted calls for better support systems and greater transparency from the government.
Covered by 4 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 25% center, 75% right.
Who is covering this story
- Center (1): The New Indian Express
- Right-leaning (2): Deccan Chronicle, Times Now
Sources
- 45 Student Suicides In 23 IITs In 5 Years, 28 From SC, ST, OBC Groups — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- 45 student suicides reported from 23 IITs in five years, 28 victims from SC, ST, OBC groups — The New Indian Express (center)
- 45 Student Suicides Reported From 23 IITs in 5 Years, 28 Victims From SC, ST, OBC Groups — Times Now (right-leaning)
- Govt 'Hiding' Data of Suicides At IITs, Alleges Congress — Times Now (right-leaning)