A tragic incident has occurred involving a student from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai. Anurag Jaiswal, a first-year student in the Human Resource Management & Labour Relations (HRM&LR) program, was found dead at his rented apartment on Sunday. The circumstances surrounding his death have led the police to suspect possible ragging.
Incident Details:
- Party Before Death: Anurag had attended a party with friends in Vashi the night before his death. Reports indicate that he became inebriated at the party.
- Discovery: The next morning, when Anurag did not wake up, his friends rushed him to a local hospital in Chembur. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival.
- Ongoing Investigation: The police are questioning all his friends to gather more information about the events leading up to his death. An accidental death report has been filed, and the investigation is ongoing.
Institutional Response:
TISS Mumbai has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Anurag Jaiswal. In a statement posted on social media, the institute extended its condolences to Anurag’s family and assured them of their support during this difficult time.
Mental Health Support:
This incident may be distressing for many. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please reach out to the following helplines:
- Aasra (Mumbai): 022-27546669
- Sneha (Chennai): 044-24640050
- Sumaitri (Delhi): 011-23389090
- Cooj (Goa): 0832-2252525
- Jeevan (Jamshedpur): 0657-6453841
- Pratheeksha (Kochi): 0484-2448830
- Maithri (Kochi): 0484-2540530
- Roshni (Hyderabad): 040-66202000
- Lifeline (Kolkata): 033-64643267
The investigation into Anurag Jaiswal’s death continues, with the authorities looking into all possible angles, including the potential involvement of ragging.
