Delhi Police Question Friends After Class 10 Student's Suicide
Delhi Police are investigating the suicide of a 16-year-old Class 10 student from St Columba’s School, who jumped to his death three days ago. Five friends of the student are being questioned as witnesses, with claims of repeated targeting and humiliation by teachers. CCTV footage reportedly corroborates incidents of mistreatment, including a teacher humiliating the student in front of peers. The school has suspended four staff members, including the headmistress, under sections related to abetment to suicide. The National Human Rights Commission has demanded an action report from local authorities, citing violations of child protection laws. The school has not responded to media inquiries regarding the incident.
Published 13 days ago • 22 Nov 2025, 04:45 AM IST