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Sikkim: 17-Year-Old Student Dies by Suicide in Damthang Ahead of Board Exams

First Published: 14th February, 2025 8:27 IST

According to the police investigation, the student had recently lost his father. This may have contributed to his stress.

A 17-year-old student preparing for the upcoming board exams was found hanging at his residence in Damthang, Namchi District of Sikkim.

According to the police investigation, the student had recently lost his father. This may have contributed to his stress.

Family members rushed him to the district hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead.

The police have registered a case of unnatural death, and preliminary investigations have found no signs of foul play.

The Class XII board examinations under the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) are set to commence from February 15 and continue until April 4, 2025.

The matter is under further investigation.

Also Read: Citizen Action Party Demands Urgent Inquiry into Alleged Medical Negligence at STNM Hospital

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