Tragic Death of BDS Student at Sharda University Sparks Outrage and Investigation

Greater Noida (Jul 21, 2025) – A 21-year-old second-year BDS student at Sharda University tragically died by suicide in her hostel room on the night of July 18, 2025. Authorities have launched a probe after a suicide note surfaced, accusing faculty members of prolonged mental harassment and humiliation

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The incident occurred in the girl’s hostel on campus. The student was found hanging by her roommates who discovered her body and alerted the warden.
A suicide note reportedly blamed two staff members—identified as Mahinder Singh Chauhan (associate professor) and Shayri Vashisht (assistant professor)—for “mental torture” in her classes, particularly those related to PCP (preclinical prosthodontics) and Dental Materials.

The student’s father, a resident of Gurugram, filed an FIR at Knowledge Park Police Station, alleging faculty-induced harassment and suppression of evidence.
Police swiftly arrested the two accused educators and have registered charges under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita pertaining to abetment of suicide, evidence tampering, criminal intimidation, and insulting the modesty of a woman.
Sharda University has suspended the accused professors and formed a high‑level inquiry committee headed by the Vice‑Chancellor, promising a detailed report within five working days.

The tragic event sparked student protests and campus unrest, with demands for accountability and immediate action.
According to police, order was restored after engaging with the deceased student’s family and university authorities.

Mental harassment in educational spaces must be addressed proactively with institutional mental-health policies and transparent grievance mechanisms.
Timely reporting and support: Early signs of distress should lead to immediate intervention—by peers, parents, or professional counselors.
Institutional accountability: Universities must establish robust checks to prevent abuse of academic power and swiftly handle complaints.