A 16-year-old girl from Shahpur Kotranka in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir has reportedly died by suicide after learning that she had not passed one subject in her Class 10 board examinations, family and local officials said. The heartbreaking incident unfolded shortly after the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) declared the results, leaving the community in deep sorrow. (Kashmir Life)
According to preliminary reports, the teenager was visibly distressed after checking her exam outcome but it was not anticipated that she would take such an extreme step. Local residents and relatives expressed shock and grief over the sudden loss, describing her as a promising student whose future had been bright. (Kashmir Life)
Educationists and mental health advocates have responded to the tragedy with concern, warning that intense academic pressure and societal expectations can have serious consequences for students’ wellbeing. They emphasise the need for stronger mental health support, counselling facilities in schools, and greater awareness among parents and educators to help young people navigate setbacks constructively. (Greater Kashmir)
This incident echoes similar cases elsewhere in the region, where academic performance and examination stress have been linked to extreme distress among students, underlining persistent challenges around education systems and student support mechanisms. (Greater Kashmir)
