Madhepura Engineering College is in turmoil after a female student’s enigmatic death transformed the girls’ hostel into what residents call a ‘haunted’ zone. The Monday evening tragedy has girls shunning the premises, united in their plea: ‘Send us home now.’
Tuesday’s scene was heart-wrenching—fasting students confronted officials, their faces pale with terror. Principal Amarendra Kumar stepped in decisively, vowing to reinforce security by doubling personnel and providing constant reassurance to ease the panic gripping the dorm.
Controversy brews over the college’s communication failure. The bereaved father vented outrage: ‘No word from college or cops—only her roommate informed me.’ Their final chat on Sunday was upbeat; she’d returned post-holidays on January 27. Admitted in September 2024, her future seemed bright.
Police mobilized promptly, with round-the-clock presence at the medical college for inquiries. The devastated roommate was granted leave to recover from the emotional toll at home.
This disturbing saga raises red flags on hostel management nationwide. Experts advocate for proactive mental health support and tech-driven monitoring. As Madhepura mourns, the event serves as a stark wake-up call for safeguarding student well-being in isolated academic settings.