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Education
Jaipur: 20-Year-Old NIMS Student Commits Suicide by Hanging in Hostel Room
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 02:32 PM
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A 20‑year‑old student from NIMS University in Jaipur, Mohit Saini, hanged himself in his private hostel room, marking the second such incident at the campus in two days. Police have opened an investigation.
A 20‑year‑old student, Mohit Saini, was found hanging in his private hostel room at NIMS University in Jaipur on Thursday. Police arrived at the scene shortly after the discovery and secured the area while forensic teams began their examination. The authorities have announced that an investigation will be conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
The incident comes just two days after a similar case involving another student at the same university, raising concerns about campus safety and mental health support for students. NIMS University officials have expressed shock and are cooperating fully with the police.
Police spokespersons stated that they are reviewing CCTV footage from the hostel premises and interviewing staff and fellow students. They also mentioned that they will be looking into any possible warning signs or prior complaints that might have been overlooked.
In response to the incidents, the university has announced plans to increase counseling services and to conduct safety audits of hostel facilities. The Rajasthan state government has also pledged to review campus safety protocols across higher education institutions.
The incident comes just two days after a similar case involving another student at the same university, raising concerns about campus safety and mental health support for students. NIMS University officials have expressed shock and are cooperating fully with the police.
Police spokespersons stated that they are reviewing CCTV footage from the hostel premises and interviewing staff and fellow students. They also mentioned that they will be looking into any possible warning signs or prior complaints that might have been overlooked.
In response to the incidents, the university has announced plans to increase counseling services and to conduct safety audits of hostel facilities. The Rajasthan state government has also pledged to review campus safety protocols across higher education institutions.