Tragedy in Nepal: Student Dies by Suicide Amid Harassment Allegations

Feb 19, 2025 Komal Das

Prakriti Lamsal's suicide at KIIT has ignited protests over harassment allegations and the university's response

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Lamsal reported Srivastava's harassment, but the university allegedly only warned him, sparking accusations of negligence

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Srivastava was arrested for abetment of suicide while allegedly fleeing the city. Police seized Lamsal's phone and laptop for forensic analysis

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KIIT's eviction of Nepali students after Lamsal's death drew backlash, prompting intervention by Nepal's PM and Embassy

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KIIT reversed its eviction order after backlash, with the Odisha government intervening. Investigations are ongoing

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