In the recent suspected suicide attempt at a private university, no evidence of academic pressure was established so far, ARY News reported. According to the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Operations, Faisal Kamran, the investigation is ongoing, and no link to the university administration has been established in the unfortunate incident.
Identified as Fatima, the 21-year-old girl was a student of the Doctor of Pharmacy programme and reportedly tried to end her life by jumping from the university’s second floor. DIG Kamran added that it has been the second such incident reported on that campus within 15 days, raising concerns about student welfare and mental health support in educational institutions. After interviewing classmates and university administration, the police have determined that no attendance-related or administrative pressure was recorded.
The DIG further added that the student is under treatment in critical condition after enduring severe injuries to her legs. The investigators are also examining mobile phone records and call data records (CDRs) to gather additional circumstantial evidence. Five different CCTV footages were also taken into custody and are being reviewed to show how the student jumped from the floor.
DIG Kamran implored that the responsibility for providing immediate support to students experiencing mental stress lies with the university. He added that this situation must be taken seriously to avoid any such unfortunate incidents. He urged that the university place staff to monitor cameras for potential risks and take preventive measures.
He stated that domestic or personal reasons likely caused the incident, yet no conclusive statement was given. He stated that the investigations are ongoing and that authorities are examining every angle to determine the exact cause of the incident.
