The death of a 21-year-old civil engineering student at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has deeply saddened the campus, with a brief handwritten note found in his room reflecting the emotional pain he had been silently carrying.
The student, a native of Rajasthan, was academically sound but had been battling depression, police officials said. He had previously sought counselling support from the institute’s Student Wellness Centre (SWC).
## Note reflects emotional distress
During a routine search of the student’s hostel room, police recovered a handwritten note stating, “The world is not for me and I am under depression.” Officials said the note has been sent for forensic examination as part of standard procedure.
A relative of the student said he had appeared withdrawn in recent times. “He was sensitive and under emotional stress. This is a heartbreaking loss for the family,” the relative said.
## Academically consistent, had reached out for help
Faculty members described the student as sincere and steady in his academics, noting that academic pressure was not a concern. His semester scores reflected consistency, and he had submitted assignments on time.
Police sources confirmed that the student had proactively approached the SWC earlier and had attended counselling sessions, highlighting the importance of continued and sustained emotional support beyond initial intervention.
## Incident occurred in early hours on campus
The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday on the Powai campus. The student was rushed to Rajawadi Hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. The Powai police have registered an accidental death report and are continuing their inquiry.
CCTV footage from the hostel area is being reviewed to establish the sequence of events.
## Institute reiterates commitment to student wellbeing
IIT Bombay authorities expressed grief over the incident and said additional steps were being taken to strengthen student outreach. Faculty members have been asked to engage more closely with students, while mental health professionals have been invited for expanded counselling sessions.
The tragedy has once again underscored the silent emotional struggles many students face, even in supportive academic environments.
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