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Tragic Suicide at Jagannath University Sparks Concerns Over Student Safety
Jagannath University was shaken by the heartbreaking news of Fairuz Sadaf Avantika, a law student, who took her own life last Friday night. In a poignant suicide note, Avantika accused a fellow classmate and an assistant proctor of driving her to this desperate act.
Avantika's note detailed a distressing journey of seeking justice for a wrongdoing, only to face harassment and abuse instead. She lamented the lack of accountability and the culture of fear pervading the university, where students hesitate to speak up against injustices for fear of failure or worse consequences.
Her tragic demise has sparked a wave of questions about the state of affairs within the university. Why do teachers discourage questioning in classrooms? Why are students met with hostility when they protest? Why does seeking justice often lead to further victimization rather than resolution?
Avantika's death has brought to light the pervasive culture of fear that hampers normal academic pursuits. Students, already burdened with academic challenges, now face an additional fear - the fear of repercussions for seeking justice.
In the wake of Avantika's suicide, other disturbing incidents have begun to surface. Another student from the film and television department has come forward, alleging sexual harassment by a teacher. Despite seeking justice, she too faced isolation and failure, adding to the climate of fear and uncertainty.
The plight of these students underscores a systemic failure to address issues of harassment and injustice within the university. It raises serious concerns about the safety and well-being of students on campus.
Avantika's tragic death serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address the underlying issues plaguing university life. It is imperative that steps are taken to ensure the safety and security of all students, and that a culture of fear and silence is replaced with one of openness and accountability. Failure to do so risks further tragedies and undermines the very purpose of higher education.