Kota NEET Aspirant Ends Life: Tragic Cry for Help Goes Unheeded

Kota, Rajasthan: A shocking tragedy struck the coaching city of Kota when an 18-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh, preparing for the NEET entrance exam, took her own life by consuming poison. Witnesses recall her desperate pleas: “I made a mistake, save me,” as she writhed in pain. Despite being rushed to a private hospital, she succumbed to the effects of the poison. Authorities are investigating the incident from all angles, including the possibility of suicide.

The Final Moments

The incident occurred in Dadabadi area under Kota police jurisdiction. The student consumed a poisonous substance in her room. As the poison took effect, she began vomiting and panicked, realizing the gravity of her actions. In a desperate bid for help, she cried out, attracting the attention of fellow students and the building owner. Witnesses recounted that she repeatedly expressed regret, insisting she did not want to die. She was immediately taken to a private hospital, but medical intervention could not save her.

Academically Confident, Yet Tragic End

According to her family, the girl was not under academic stress. Her brother stated that she had been performing well in her tests and appeared confident. She had previously attended coaching in Kota and had returned three months ago to resume preparation. On the evening of the incident, she had a normal conversation with her brother, giving no indication of distress.

Police Investigation

Station House Officer Baldev Ram confirmed that the girl’s body was handed over to her family after post-mortem. Police are investigating potential reasons behind her extreme action, questioning whether personal issues or sudden fear might have contributed. Authorities are examining her mobile phone and room for clues, including the possibility of a suicide note. The post-mortem report is awaited to determine the exact nature of the poison consumed.

This heartbreaking incident once again underscores the pressures faced by students in highly competitive environments and raises questions about mental health support in coaching hubs like Kota.