AMU Student Dies by Suicide During Video Call with Father; Investigation Underway

A 20-year-old Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) diploma student died by suicide in her hostel room on Monday evening. She was on a video call with her father, who is based in Saudi Arabia, when the incident occurred. University officials and police are investigating, with initial reports suggesting distress over her parents' recent divorce. The student's father and brother attempted to alert acquaintances for intervention, but access to the hostel room was delayed. The university has highlighted a rise in student suicides and ongoing mental health support initiatives.