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IIT Delhi student denies link to hostel death
IIT Delhi student Priyank Rajput has said he had no role in the death of fellow student Rishikesh Kumar, whose body was found in a hostel room earlier this week. Rajput, who…
IIT Delhi student Priyank Rajput has said he had no role in the death of fellow student Rishikesh Kumar, whose body was found in a hostel room earlier this week. Rajput, who was detained for questioning, said in a video statement that he was being framed.
Police have registered a case of unnatural death and are investigating. Kumar's family has alleged foul play and demanded a thorough probe. Rajput maintained his innocence and said he would cooperate with the investigation.
The case has sparked protests on campus. The institute has said it will assist the police in the inquiry.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Hostel deaths at elite campuses often trigger intense scrutiny of institutional response and student welfare mechanisms. The IIT Delhi administration faces pressure to balance transparency with due process. The next step will be the police's forensic and post-mortem report, which will determine if the case moves from unnatural death to culpability. The family's allegations and any student protests will keep the spotlight on how the institute and authorities handle the investigation.
Source: odishatv.in
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